Safety Recall NHTSA · 79V119000 Reported May 15, 1979

Lpg lines

American Clipper Corp. · Equipment · 3,630 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
79V119000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
3,630
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 15, 1979

Defect Summary

Under certain severe road conditions, the copper tubing which connects the hot water heater to the main propane gas line could rupture, thereby resulting in a propane gas leak within the motorhome.

Corrective Action

Dealer will replace the existing copper tubing which connects the hot water heater to the main propane gas line.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized American Clipper Corp. dealer and reference recall ID 79V119000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 79V119000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 79V119000?

NHTSA recall 79V119000 was issued by American Clipper Corp. on May 15, 1979. It addresses: Lpg lines. The recall affects approximately 3,630 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized American Clipper Corp. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 79V119000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.