3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR
Posted on: 1985-06-18
Description
Trucks may not meet the air reservoir volume of 12 times the combined volume of all brake chambers at full stroke as required by fmvss 121. Consequence of defect: braking effectiveness could be reduced creating the potential for an accident.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Air reservoir volume will be increased to meet requirements.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks 26,000 pounds gvwr and greater. System: air brakes reservoir/fmvss 121.
DEFECT #2 - STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Posted on: 1982-10-26
Description
The front axle drag link clamp assemblies installed on the suspect vehicles may contain bolts which have quench cracks and are subject to failure. Failure of the bolt would result in loss of clamping action and continued operation could lead to separation of the ball joint and drag link.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and replace any defective bolts in the drag link clamp assembly without charge.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: steering; drag link clamp bolts.consequences of defect: this failure could occur without prior warning and maycause loss of vehicle control and an accident.
DEFECT #3 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Posted on: 1983-04-06
Description
In certain types of collisions, the door latches may release and the door could open. The door latch system fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard 206, door locks and door retention components.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will install new door latch control rods at no cost to the owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: structure; door latch assembly.consequences of defect: in a rear-end collision, the occupants may be thrownfrom the vehicle, increasing the chances of injury.note: the owner should make sure that seat belts are fastened to lessen thechances of occupant ejection.