Vehicle recall 81V024000 · January 3, 1981

1978-1980 Sunline Solaris

The use of the dual wheel adaptor on the rear wheel assembly may cause premature failure of the rear wheel bearing and axle.

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

Summary: The use of the dual wheel adaptor on the rear wheel assembly may cause premature failure of the rear wheel bearing and axle. Also, the rear axle shaft could break at the roller bearing, without warning, allowing the rear tire and wheel to roll free from the motor home.
Remedy: Rear axles, bearings, and seals will be replaced. In addition, dual wheels will be replaced with single side wheels. Modifications will be performed without charge to owners.
Notes: Vehicle description: motor homes.system: suspension; dual rear wheel assembly.consequences of defect: if rear wheel assembly should separate, driver couldlose control of vehicle and an accident may result.note: until the necessary modifications can be made, owners are asked to: 1)remove the rear outer wheel on both the left and right side of the motor home,2) be sure not to exceed the specified 800 lb. Pay load (including passengersand options), 3) moderate driving speed, especially during turns, to ensuresafe handling, and 4) maintain proper air pressure in the four remaining tires.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 81V024000
Reported to NHTSA: January 3, 1981
Filed by: SUNLINE COACH COMPANY
Owner notification: March 20, 1981
Vehicles potentially affected: 331
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Suspension › Multiple axle

Recall 81V024000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Sunline Solaris (1978-1980): 1980, 1979, 1978

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