Recalls for 2003 Crane Lcf

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SLACK ADJUSTERS:AUTOMATIC

Posted on: 2003-06-09
Description
On certain trailers equipped with a specific combination of reyco suspension, eaton drive axle, and bendix slack adjusters, the failure of a drive axle slack adjuster to automatically adjust as required to compensate for brake wear, will cause an out of adjustment condition.  If this condition occurs and is not identified and corrected through normal inspections and maintenance, the slack adjuster will over-rotate and may contact the suspension lower spring saddle.  

Consequence
If this occurs, braking performance will be inhibited, increasing the risk of a crash without warning.  

Corrective Action
Crane carrier will supply, at no charge, gunite slack adjusters and installation instructions to replace the existing bendix slack adjusters on the drive axle.  The installing facility will be reimbursed by crane for one (1) hour labor per vehicle at their posted labor rate.  Owner notification began on june 10, 2003.  Owners should contact crane at 1-918-832-7305.

Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

Posted on: 2003-07-09
Description
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with cummins westport b gas plus or c gas plus 6 cylinder engines, the electronic control module calibration may not correctly detect a throttle plate actuator failure that could result in an uncommanded open throttle condition.

Consequence
If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed which could possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Both units have already had the electronic control module calibration replaced.  

Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #3 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES

Posted on: 2004-07-21
Description
Certain trucks equipped with nexgen liquid natural gas (lng) tanks are being recalled.  The introduction of water into the discharge side of both the primary and secondary relief valves simultaneously and subsequent freezing in service can render the valves temporarily inoperative.  

Consequence
If not inspected the risk of tank over-pressurization and a catastrophic tank rupture can occur, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.  

Corrective Action
Crane will perform an inspection and provide instructions for ordering and installing the retrofit kit.  The recall is expected to begin during july 2004.  Owners should contact crane at 918-832-7305.  

Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).