Recall 98V-240: 1998–1999 Georgie Boy Cruise Master, 1998–1999 Georgie Boy Encounter and 3 more
GEORGIE BOY MFG., INC. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Mar 3, 1999, covering about 133 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: recreational vehicles equipped with 45 amp magnetek power converters. A weakened bypass capacitor on the converter's printed circuit board can cause a breakdown of the capacitor allowing electrical current leakage.
The risk
Electrical current leakage could result in a fire.
The fix
Magnetek is replacing these power converters.
Notes
Magnetek is conducting the owner notification for this recall. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free replacement converters within a reasonable time should contactmagnetek at 1-219-356-7100, ext. 469, or georgie boy at 1-800-521-8733.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GEORGIE BOY MFG., INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Wiring |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V240004 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Georgie Boy Cruise Master | 1998, 1999 | All years |
| Georgie Boy Encounter | 1998, 1999 | All years |
| Georgie Boy Maverick | 1998, 1999 | All years |
| Georgie Boy Pursuit | 1998, 1999 | All years |
| Georgie Boy Swinger | 1998, 1999 | 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 98V-240?
Vehicle description: recreational vehicles equipped with 45 amp magnetek power converters. A weakened bypass capacitor on the converter's printed circuit board can cause a breakdown of the capacitor allowing electrical current leakage.
How is recall 98V-240 fixed?
Magnetek is replacing these power converters.
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.