2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:FRONT
Posted on: 2005-06-10
Description
On certain transit buses, the cast clamp portion of the torque rod could crack under initial torqueing of the clamp fasteners resulting in breakage or cracks. Casting porosity and incorrect heat treatment caused potential weakness in the cast clamp portion of the torque rod.
Consequence
This could result in loss of vehicle control and a crash could occur without prior warning.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the cast iron torque rod clamps with a fabricated steel clamps free of charge. The recall began on june 17, 2005. Owners may contact gillig at 510-785-1500.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Posted on: 2005-03-23
Description
On certain transit buses equipped with webasto heaters, the burner tubes are made of material that does not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.
Consequence
Should the burner tube fail, the coolant heater could overheat, possibly resulting in a fire.
Corrective Action
Webasto is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Websto will replace the suspected defective parts. Owners may contact webasto at 810-593-6000 or gillig at 510-264-5031.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.