2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1985-02-26
Description
A steel tube that delivers air to the front axle air brake chamber can contact the front shock absorber. Consequence of defect: repeated contact can wear a hole in the tube, causing air pressure to be lost during brake application. This could result in impaired braking capability and an accident.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Reroute steel tube and/or replace, as necessary.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavyduty trucks equipped with full air brakes.system: air brakes.
DEFECT #2 - PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE:AIR:CHAMBER
Posted on: 1984-01-12
Description
Brakes may require excessive time to release after brake application. A second defect is reduced holding power of the parking/emergency brakes due to entry of water in the rear brake chambers. Excessive release time does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, air brake systems.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will modify the vehicle by installing a quick release valve in the brake air system and by substitution of a stiffer brake pedal return spring. Rear brake chambers will be exchanged or modified, depending on the chamber make, to prevent water entry.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks; four wheel models.system: service brakes; parking brakes; air valve, pedal, brake chambers.consequences of defect: failure of the service brakes to release reduces drivercontrol over vehicle and may result in an accident. Failure of theparking/emergency brakes may allow a parked vehicle to move without warning,possibly causing an accident and personal injury.