Recall 81V-034: 1975–1980 Skyline Jamee, 1975–1980 Skyline Lindy
SKYLINE CORPORATION recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Mar 19, 1981, covering about 500 vehicles.
The problem
On some motor homes, the driver and passenger seats may not be secured to the chassis in complete conformity to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seat mounting systems", and no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages". This is due primarily to the omission of certain washers or the use of wrong sized washers when seats were re-attached after carpet installation.
The fix
Vehicles will be checked for proper installation of specified washers. Any missing or incorrect washers will be rectified without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: motor homes.system: interior; seat assemblies.consequences of defect: seat could pull loose in a collision and the possibiltyof injury to front seat occupants would be increased.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | SKYLINE CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Seats |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 81V034000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Skyline Jamee | 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980 | All years |
| Skyline Lindy | 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980 | 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 81V-034?
On some motor homes, the driver and passenger seats may not be secured to the chassis in complete conformity to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seat mounting systems", and no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages". This is due primarily to the omission of certain washers or the use of wrong sized washers when seats were re-attached after carpet installation.
How is recall 81V-034 fixed?
Vehicles will be checked for proper installation of specified washers. Any missing or incorrect washers will be rectified 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.