2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Posted on: 1995-12-22
Description
These buses have the headlights automatically activated whenever the windshield wipers are activated. No other exterior lights are activated by windshield wiper activation. This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
Consequence of non-compliance: this could cause a visibility problem increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will modify the electrical wiring to activate all exterior lights whenever the windshield wipers are activated.
Notes
System: visual; windshield wiper and washer; fmvss no. 108.vehicle description: city transit buses.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact flxible at 1-614-362-2600. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #2 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Posted on: 1993-04-08
Description
The emergency release valve moves out of position causing it to become inoperative. When this happens, the entrance door cannot be opened by activating the emergency release handle.
Consequence
The inability to open an emergency exit does not complywith fmvss 217, bus window retention and release, and could restrict theability of occupants to exit the vehicle in the event of an emergency.
Corrective Action
The corrective action is being developed. Buses will be repaired when the corrective action has been determined.
Notes
System: structure; fmvss 217.vehicle description: city transit buses with slide glide entrance doors, inservice with the chicago transit authority.