Safety Recall NHTSA · 97V089000 Reported May 28, 1997

Safari/propane water heater location

Q: What is recall 97V089000?

NHTSA recall 97V089000 was issued by Safari Motor Coaches, Inc. on May 28, 1997. It addresses: Safari/propane water heater location. The recall affects approximately 10 vehicles , with the defect involving the Equipment component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Safari Motor Coaches, Inc. · Equipment · 10 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

97V089000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Safari Motor Coaches, Inc.

Component

Equipment

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

May 28, 1997

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: class-c mini motor homes. the propane water heater is located less than 3 feet from the gasoline filler spout.

Safety Consequence

There is the potential for an explosion while the vehicle is being fueled.

Corrective Action

Dealers will move the propane water heater 36" forward of the fuel filler spout. until the water heater can be moved, owners are being advised to turn off both the water heater switch and the 12 volt kill switch before fueling the vehicle.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Safari Motor Coaches, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 97V089000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 97V089000

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

What is recall 97V089000?

NHTSA recall 97V089000 was issued by Safari Motor Coaches, Inc. on May 28, 1997. It addresses: Safari/propane water heater location. The recall affects approximately 10 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Safari Motor Coaches, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 97V089000 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.