1997 Featherlite Motor Home recall: furnace

Featherlite, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 15, 1998. It covers about 80 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 80
reported: Sep 15, 1998
owners notified: Jul 14, 1998

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer: lpg systems: furnace

What is wrong: Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with aqua-hot heating systems, model 431-3 zone with engine loop. Fiberglass insulating material located under the burner head on the floor of the heater enclosure, can become soaked with fluids (ethylene glycol and/or diesel fuel).
Risk: If an electrical short occurs, a fire could result.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the insulation from beneath the diesel heating unit as well as from behind the control thermostat and air-conditioning heating element access covers.

Recall number 98V167004

Affected vehicles

Featherlite Motor Home 1997 1997

Questions about recall 98V167004

Is there a recall on the 1997 Featherlite Motor Home furnace?

Yes. Recall 98V167004, reported on September 15, 1998, covers about 80 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V167004?

Dealers will remove the insulation from beneath the diesel heating unit as well as from behind the control thermostat and air-conditioning heating element access covers.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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