Recall 98V-261: 1994 Home And Park Roadtrek

HOME & PARK MOTORHOMES recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Oct 20, 1998, covering about 404 vehicles.

NHTSA number
98V-261
Report date
Oct 20, 1998
Vehicles affected
404
Owners notified
Jun 24, 1998

The problem

Vehicle description: class 'b' motor homes built on dodge 1500, 2500 and 3500 van chassis. The fuel line from the fuel tank to the engine may not be properly secured to the chassis. The fuel line can contact the engine exhaust manifold creating a fuel leak.

The risk

This condition can cause fuel or fuel vapor leaking resulting in a potential fire hazard. Also the engine could stall from lack of fuel, resulting in loss of power braking and power steering control.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the fuel line for heat exposure damage, replace if necessary, and install the fuel line into existing plastic clamps. A nylon cable tie will be added to secure the fuel line to an adjacent wiring harness.

Notes

Owner notification began june 24, 1998.owners who take their motor homes to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact home & park at 1-888-roadtrek (1-888-762-3873).also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerHOME & PARK MOTORHOMES
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number98V261000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Home And Park Roadtrek1994All 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-261?

Vehicle description: class 'b' motor homes built on dodge 1500, 2500 and 3500 van chassis. The fuel line from the fuel tank to the engine may not be properly secured to the chassis. The fuel line can contact the engine exhaust manifold creating a fuel leak.

How is recall 98V-261 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the fuel line for heat exposure damage, replace if necessary, and install the fuel line into existing plastic clamps. A nylon cable tie will be added to secure the fuel line to an adjacent wiring harness.

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.