Vehicle recall 77V128000 · August 26, 1977

1977 Fleetwood Tioga

The convertible sofa may contain a single screw that could penetrate the top surface of the fuel tank.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: The convertible sofa may contain a single screw that could penetrate the top surface of the fuel tank. If the tank is nearly full, riding over rough roads could cause fuel to leak from the tank.
Remedy: Dealer will inspect and replace fuel tank, if damaged. Screws will be replaced by 1 1/2 inch long screws.
Notes: Vehicle description: motorhomes equipped with a convertible sofa.system: fuel; fuel tank.consequences of defect: leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition sourcecould lead to a vehicle fire and serious injuries to vehicle occupants.note: the motorhome should not be used until it has been inspected andcorrected. If it must be driven, the tank should not be filled more than 3/4FULL and the vehicle should be driven carefully.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 77V128000
Reported to NHTSA: August 26, 1977
Filed by: FLEETWOOD ENT., INC.
Owner notification: August 26, 1977
Vehicles potentially affected: 50
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly

Recall 77V128000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Fleetwood Tioga (1977): 1977

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