Recalls for 1975 Dorsey Dorsey

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CHAMBER

Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The piston in the antilock valve could stick due to exposure to high concentrations of fluid contaminants that may collect in the trailer braking system.  Consequently, no air would be delivered to the brake chambers normally supplied by that valve.  This could result in a no brake condition on the affected axles.  This constitutes a non-compliance to federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  121, air brake systems.

Consequence


Corrective Action
The defective valve will be replaced without charge.

Notes
Vehicle description: trailers.system: service brakes; antilock air valve.consequences of defect: loss of braking capability could result in a vehicleaccident.note: until the valve is replaced, any fluids should be drained from the brakesystem daily and fluids should not be added directly into the brake line.

DEFECT #2 - TRAILER HITCHES

Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Reinforcement gussets were omitted during installation of some pintle hooks.  This may result in cracking of the welds on the plate securing the pintle hook mount.  Failure of the plate welds may result in complete separation of the rear trailer from the first.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install reinforcement gussets to preclude pintle hook failure.

Notes
Vehicle description: trailers.system: equipment; rear pintle hook.consequences of defect: separation of a trailer may cause accident and injuriesto other drivers on the road.