Recalls for your 1984 Prevost Marathon Xl

Recalls for 1984 Prevost Marathon Xl

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3 recalls found.
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DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING


Posted on: 1991-07-01
Description
Inappropriate installation, tightening of the terminal nut, or inadequate electrical cable routing allows the terminal ring to move, causing the cable to rub against metallic component and wear through the insulation or cause the ring terminal to break, causing the cable to fall.  Consequence of defect: chafing of the electrical cable insulation or the breakage of the ring terminal can cause an electrical short which may result in a fire.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Reinstall electrical cabling to avoid these hazards.

Notes
System: electrical cables.vehicle description: buses.

DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION:FRONT


Posted on: 1987-01-02
Description
Under certain vehicle load or road conditions, part of the front structure, where it is attached to the front suspension panhard rod, may break.  Consequence of defect: operation of the vehicle would be hazardous.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Reinforce panhard rod attachment above the front axle.

Notes
System: front suspension.  Vehicle description: coaches and bus shells.

DEFECT #3 - SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY


Posted on: 1984-11-14
Description
Auxiliary (tag) axle may develop cracks or break due to a manufacturing defect.

Consequence


Corrective Action
No corrective information was supplied by the manufacturer.

Notes
Vehicle description: buses.system: power train; auxiliary (tag) axle assembly.consequences of defect: the axle may break in its curved section which canresult in loss of vehicle control and an accident.