Recalls for your 1979 Transportation Transit Bus

Recalls for 1979 Transportation Transit Bus

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2 recalls found.
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DEFECT #1 - STEERING:LINKAGES:ARM:IDLER AND ATTACHMENT


Posted on: 1980-01-11
Description
The mounting bracket and retainers which hold the steering idler arm in place can become loose.  The idler arm support fastener would then be free to move while vehicle is in operation, causing the fasteners to wear.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Dealer will install a redesigned idler arm mounting on all affected vehicles.

Notes
Vehicle description: transit buses.system: steering; mounting bracket and retainers.consequences of defect: a loose idler arm may lead to loss of vehicle controland an accident.

DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS


Posted on: 1980-05-02
Description
The interconnecting brake air lines between the foot operated brake valve and the air brake system may have been connected to an incorrect part of the system.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and perform the proper connection of the brake air lines.

Notes
Vehicle description: transit buses.system: service brakes; air lines.consequences of defect: if an air line failure were to cause loss of air fromthe front brake or rear service brake air tanks, the bus would lose itsemergency braking system.  If the primary braking system were to fail, thiscould cause an accident.