Recall 96V-194: 1996 Fleetwood Fleetwood
FLEETWOOD ENT., INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Aug 8, 1996, covering about 260 vehicles.
The problem
The "o" rings of the regulator assembly in the onan emerald and marquis brand generator sets can weaken and break when exposed to high ambient temperatures.
The risk
If an ignition source is present, liquid propane gas (Lpg) leakage could result in a fire.
The fix
Owner notification will be conducted by onan. Dealers will either remove the LPG regulator and replace it with a model not subject to rupture, or install a pre-regulator in the fuel system.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification will be conducted by onan and has already begun.note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact fleetwood at 1-909-351-3800 or onan at 1-800-888-6626.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FLEETWOOD ENT., INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Electrical |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 96V194001 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Fleetwood Fleetwood | 1996 | 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 96V-194?
The "o" rings of the regulator assembly in the onan emerald and marquis brand generator sets can weaken and break when exposed to high ambient temperatures.
How is recall 96V-194 fixed?
Owner notification will be conducted by onan. Dealers will either remove the LPG regulator and replace it with a model not subject to rupture, or install a pre-regulator in the fuel system.
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.