1989 Van American Malibu
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1989 Van American Malibu. Newest first.
External mounts, on which liquid propane gas tanks are fastened, could fail.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Tank may fall causing damage to the tank and possibleleakage of propane gas, which could cause a fire or explosion.
Remedy
Repair tank mounting to prevent failure and install heat shield, as necessary.
A secondary heat shield collar may have been omitted from the furnace exhaust tube.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Surrounding materials may become overheated and couldresult in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Install a heat shield.