Recall 99V-068: 1978–1981 Georgie Boy Islander, 1978–1981 Georgie Boy Luxury Liner and 6 more
GEORGIE BOY MFG., INC. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Apr 6, 1999, covering about 490 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: motor homes built on chrysler m50 and m60 chassis. The main fuel tank is supported by two metal straps. These supporting straps can corrode over time and allow the fuel tank to fall.
The risk
This type of failure presents a hazard of fire and explosion.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank straps and will replace any straps that show significant loss of integrity. Due to the age of the chassis, chrysler no longer provides replacement fuel tank straps. New replacement straps will be fabricated from the chrysler drawings.
Notes
Owner notification began on november 5, 1999. 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 georgie boy at 1-800-521-8733.also contact the national highway traffic safety administrations auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GEORGIE BOY MFG., INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Mounting |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V068000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Georgie Boy Islander | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 | All years |
| Georgie Boy Luxury Liner | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 | All years |
| Georgie Boy Luxury Liner I | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 | All years |
| Georgie Boy Luxury Liner II | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 | All years |
| Georgie Boy Sierra I | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 | All years |
| Georgie Boy Sierra I-A | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 | All years |
| Georgie Boy Sierra II | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 | All years |
| Georgie Boy Swinger Limited | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 | 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 99V-068?
Vehicle description: motor homes built on chrysler m50 and m60 chassis. The main fuel tank is supported by two metal straps. These supporting straps can corrode over time and allow the fuel tank to fall.
How is recall 99V-068 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank straps and will replace any straps that show significant loss of integrity. Due to the age of the chassis, chrysler no longer provides replacement fuel tank straps. New replacement straps will be fabricated from the chrysler drawings.
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.