Recalls for 1983 Flxible Transit Coach

DEFECT #1 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR

Posted on: 1987-12-08
Description
Misalignment between the steering column assembly and the gear box.

Consequence
Excessive misalignment can lead to steering failure andloss of steering control.

Corrective Action
Requires removing old steering column and replacing with new designed column.

Notes
System: steeringvehicle description: buses

DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID

Posted on: 1984-06-20
Description
The air starter control valve is equipped with a manual override push-button which bypasses the normal neutral safety interlock and is not in compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard 102, transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Air starter control valve will be removed if it is equipped with a manual override push-button feature and will be replaced with one that does not contain this feature.

Notes
Vehicle description: transit buses equipped with engine air starter.system: electrical; ignition neutral safety lock and air starter control valve.consequences of defect: vehicles may be started when the transmission isengaged in either forward or reverse.  Unexpected vehicle movement could resultin an accident or personal injury.