Safety Recall NHTSA · 90V174000 Reported September 26, 1990

Fuel:lpg container (tank) attachments (straps/bolt

Van American Cobra, Inc. · Fuel System, Other · 46 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
90V174000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Other
Vehicles Affected
46
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 26, 1990

Defect Summary

External mounts, on which liquid propane gas tanks are fastened, could fail.

Safety Consequence

Tank may fall causing damage to the tank and possibleleakage of propane gas, which could cause a fire or explosion.

Corrective Action

Repair tank mounting to prevent failure and install heat shield, as necessary.

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 Van American Cobra, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 90V174000 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 90V174000

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

What is recall 90V174000?

NHTSA recall 90V174000 was issued by Van American Cobra, Inc. on September 26, 1990. It addresses: Fuel:lpg container (tank) attachments (straps/bolt. The recall affects approximately 46 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Other component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Van American Cobra, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 90V174000 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.