2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST
Posted on: 1980-03-07
Description
The pedal push rod assemblies on the involved vehicles are subject to extreme wear after extended use. This wear could cause the brake push rod to disengage from the brake booster. The wear results from excessive return pressure on the push rod from the brake pedal return spring which was mistakenly installed during production.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, correct the brake system push rod assembly without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: school buses equipped with delco hy-power brake boostersand brake pedal return springs.system: service brakes; brake pedal push rod assembly.consequences of defect: separation of the brake and push rod from the brakebooster could cause a loss of braking capability. This could occur withoutprior warning and could cause an accident.
DEFECT #2 - STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Consequence
Corrective Action
Notes
General motor campaign no n/a.truck-school bus chassis with manual steering.possibility that the steering gearbox may be attached to frame with incorrector loose fasteners.should one or more of these fasteners loosen, thepotential exists fo r detachment of steering gear from frame with resultingloss o f steering control.should this happen, vehicle crash could o ccurwithout warning.(correct by inspecting and replacing al l fasteners withimproved type).