Recall 78V-194: 1977–1978 Superior Pacemaker

SHELLER-GLOBE CORPORATION recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Sep 6, 1978, covering about 42 vehicles.

NHTSA number
78V-194
Report date
Sep 6, 1978
Vehicles affected
42
Owners notified
Aug 31, 1978

The problem

The lettering location for brake fluid reservoir labeling fails to meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems". The requirement states that the lettering must be visible by direct view either on or within 4 inches of the brake fluid reservoir filler cap.

The fix

Drawings and instructions will be sent to enable owner to remove and reinstall the reservoir cap properly.

Notes

Vehicle description: motorhomes.system: equipment; reservoir labeling.consequences of defect: this would pose a safety hazard because owner may beunable to locate the brake fluid reservoir in order to check for proper brakefluid level.

Recall details

ManufacturerSHELLER-GLOBE CORPORATION
ComponentEquipment › Other › Labels
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance)
NHTSA campaign number78V194000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Superior Pacemaker1977, 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 78V-194?

The lettering location for brake fluid reservoir labeling fails to meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems". The requirement states that the lettering must be visible by direct view either on or within 4 inches of the brake fluid reservoir filler cap.

How is recall 78V-194 fixed?

Drawings and instructions will be sent to enable owner to remove and reinstall the reservoir cap properly.

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.