2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Posted on: 1996-11-27
Description
At the taper pin end of the torque rod is a metal and rubber bushing. This bushing begins to unseat, or walks-out.
Consequence
Once the bushing begins to walk out, the torque rod can break allowing the rear axle of the bus to improperly track leading to a loss of control.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the rear lower torque rods.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification began november 7, 1996.note:owners who take their buses to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact monroe at 1-313-243-8241.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Posted on: 1996-11-27
Description
The bar pin end can fail.
Consequence
This failure can cause the rear axle to cease tracking properly leading to a loss of control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the rear lower torque rods.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification began november 7, 1996.note:owners who take their buses to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact monroe at 1-313-243-8241.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.