2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The air brake lines may be routed too close to the exhaust muffler. Because the air brake lines are made of nylon material, heat from the exhaust muffler can weaken the brake line tubes, possibly causing them to rupture. Tube rupture could result in loss of air in the secondary air brake system.
Consequence
Corrective Action
New nylon air brake tubes will be installed and rerouted without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks and buses equipped with gasoline engines and airbrakes.system: service brakes; air brake tubes.consequences of defect: partial loss of vehicle service brakes can result andthe rear spring brakes could activate, possibly resulting in a vehicleaccident.note: rupture of the tubes for the secondary system can be detected by acontinuous buzzer and warning light, signaling low air pressure, and by thedual reading air gauge indicator. Vehicle operator is cautioned to avoidperiods of engine idling, particularly when the choke and throttle are set.this condition generates substantial heat, which can cause tube rupture.
DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Posted on: 2007-08-24
Description
Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. The fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.
Consequence
A leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.
Corrective Action
Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on october 15, 2007. Owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.
Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket carter, napa, accuflow, tru flow, parts master, and parts depot brand fuel pumps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed motor vehicles.customers may 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.