Recall 78V-219: 1977–1978 Airstream Travel Trailers, 1974–1979 Argosy Motorhomes and 1 more
BEATRICE FOODS COMPANY recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Oct 10, 1978, covering about 5,276 vehicles.
The problem
The refrigerator service compartment door may not be of sufficient size to provide adequate ventilation for liquid propane gas in the event of a leak in the compartment. This gas is heavier than air and tends to pocket below the level of the louvers, thus necessitating an additional vent opening in the floor of the compartment to drain off any accumulated gas pockets.
The fix
An additional vent opening will be installed to drain off any accumulated gas pockets.
Notes
Vehicle description: travel trailers and motorhomes.system: l.p. Gas systems.consequences of defect: this condition presents a fire hazard and in the eventof a fire, personal injury could result.note: the l.p. Gas system in the trailer should be turned off until the defecthas been corrected.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BEATRICE FOODS COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer › Lpg Systems |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 78V219000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Airstream Travel Trailers | 1977, 1978 | All years |
| Argosy Motorhomes | 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979 | All years |
| Argosy Travel Trailers | 1977, 1978, 1979 | All 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-219?
The refrigerator service compartment door may not be of sufficient size to provide adequate ventilation for liquid propane gas in the event of a leak in the compartment. This gas is heavier than air and tends to pocket below the level of the louvers, thus necessitating an additional vent opening in the floor of the compartment to drain off any accumulated gas pockets.
How is recall 78V-219 fixed?
An additional vent opening will be installed to drain off any accumulated gas pockets.
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.