Recall 77V-192: 1977–1978 Airstream Airstream, 1977–1978 Argosy Argosy

BEATRICE FOODS COMPANY recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Oct 25, 1977, covering about 6,381 vehicles.

NHTSA number
77V-192
Report date
Oct 25, 1977
Vehicles affected
6,381
Owners notified
Oct 17, 1977

The problem

The l.p. Gas bottle hold-down assembly may have been incorrectly installed on the involved vehicles. As a result, the l.p. Gas bottles may shake loose from the assembly and fall from the trailer frame.

The fix

Dealer will install a new stop pin to properly secure the hold-down assembly, without charge to owner.

Notes

Vehicle description: travel trailers.system: fuel; l.p. Gas bottle assembly.consequences of defect: gas may leak from the bottle and, if an ignition sourceis present a fire could start, resulting in fire damage and, possibly, avehicle accident.

Recall details

ManufacturerBEATRICE FOODS COMPANY
ComponentEquipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer › Lpg Systems › Tank Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number77V192000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Airstream Airstream1977, 1978All years
Argosy Argosy1977, 1978All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 77V-192?

The l.p. Gas bottle hold-down assembly may have been incorrectly installed on the involved vehicles. As a result, the l.p. Gas bottles may shake loose from the assembly and fall from the trailer frame.

How is recall 77V-192 fixed?

Dealer will install a new stop pin to properly secure the hold-down assembly, without charge to owner.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.