2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:FRONT
Posted on: 2001-02-12
Description
Vehicle description: coaches. The transversal radius rod attachment assembly could develop fatigue cracks and eventually fail.
Consequence
This condition can affect the handling of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will weld a reinforcement plate on the vertical member of the transversal radius rod attachment. Owner notification began february 16, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 418-831-5432.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #2 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Posted on: 1997-06-20
Description
Vehicle description: transit buses. The rear suspension forward radius rod support needs reinforcement and the radius rod retaining bolts could become loose.
Consequence
If the rod supports fractured, separation could occur increasing the potential for a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional reinforcement plates and check the bolts for tightness, and, if necessary, retighten these bolts.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification began may 16, 1997. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.