Vehicle recall 78V158000 · July 6, 1978
Skyline Layton and Nomad
The frame could crack because it was built from steel that was too brittle.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The frame could crack because it was built from steel that was too brittle.
- Remedy
- Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the trailer frame without charge to owner.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: trailers, travel.system: structure; frame.consequences of defect: such cracking could cause vibrations and handlingproblems which could lead to a vehicle accident.note: the trailer should not be moved and the dealer should be called in orderto have the frame inspected.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 78V158000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 6, 1978
- Filed by
- SKYLINE CORPORATION
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 45
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure › Frame and members
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Skyline Layton (1977-1978): 1978, 1977
- Skyline Nomad (1977-1978): 1978, 1977
Has your Skyline been repaired?
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