Defect Investigation Detail

ESTABLISHMENT / AEROLITE / 9999

Components - Details
NHTSA Action Number: PE87040 Vehicale/Equipment Name: ESTABLISHMENT
Vehicale/Equipment Model: AEROLITE Vehicale/Equipment Year: 9999
Component Name: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES Manufacturer's Name: ESTABLISMENT INDUSTRIES
Date Opened: Jul, 21 1987 Date Closed: Jan, 19 1988
Subject: FUEL TANK PENETRATION Summary: Analysis of information from manufacturer:the aerolite is built on amodified gm m van chassis (astro/safari) where the frame rails are extendedand the rear axle is replaced with a full size light truck axle.the fueltank has a 27 gallon capacity.analysis:the universal joint can impact and penetrate the fuel tankunder certain vehicle conditions including:vehicle loading, roadconditions, and driving characteristics because of the close proximity ofthe tank to the drive shaft.status:awaiting response to ir. #===