Recalls for 1992 Mci 102c3

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Posted on: 1994-02-17
Description
The brake rod to brake arm attaching nut and bolt are undertorqued and may loosen and fall off causing separation of the rod and arm.

Consequence
Separation of the brake rod and the brake arm results in the total loss of the service brakes which may result in an accident.

Corrective Action
Mci will supply 1/2 unf stover locknut to customers.  This locknut should be installed immediately and torqued to 40 lb/ft (54 nm).  A fastener will also be provided to the customer along with the installation procedures.

Notes
System: brakes; air systems.vehicle description: buses and motor coaches.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact mci service at 1-204-453-2872.  Also, contact the national highway highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

DEFECT #2 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH

Posted on: 1992-08-28
Description
The points of the relays of the turn signal system fuse together due to high applied current.

Consequence
The fusing of the relay points causes the turn signalsystem to become inoperative and the bus operator is unable to adequately signalturns to motoring traffic.

Corrective Action
Install new turn signal relays.

Notes
System: turn signals.vehicle description: inter-city buses, models 102b3 and 102c3.