Safety Recall NHTSA · 81E010000 Reported August 3, 1981

Lpg tank fittings

Worthington Ind., Inc. · Equipment · 3,280 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
81E010000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
3,280
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
August 3, 1981

Defect Summary

Distorted threads in the cylinder valve may prevent a proper seal between the valve and the regulator device on the equipment receiving fuel. This will cause a risk of a gas leak.

Corrective Action

Threads will be repaired or the valve will be replaced at no charge to owners.

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 Worthington Ind., Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 81E010000 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 81E010000

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

What is recall 81E010000?

NHTSA recall 81E010000 was issued by Worthington Ind., Inc. on August 3, 1981. It addresses: Lpg tank fittings. The recall affects approximately 3,280 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Worthington Ind., Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 81E010000 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.