Reported Jul 3, 197912,900 vehicles affectedLA SALLE-DEITCH CO., INC.
The defect
The involved pieces of equipment may leak lp gas beyond permissible limits due to improper tightening or checking of the equipment fittings, or burner control assembly tubing damage during shipment or installation.
The remedy
Dealer will tighten fittings or replace tubing, if necessary.
Vehicle category: recreational vehicles equipped with gas/110 volt or gas/12volt/110 volt refrigerators.system: equipment; refrigerator, model nos. IM-42, IM-43, IM-62, IM-63, im-72,im-73.consequences of defect: this defect may cause a gas flame to occur within therefrigerator mechanism compartment. Heat damage may occur to the exteriorservice door, as well as burn injury to anyone attempting to open the door.note: if leaking gas IS found in the fittings or the burner control assemblytubing, the lp gas should be shut off immediately at the tank. The electricoperation mode should be turned on to avoid food spoilage.