Recalls for 1996 Amtran 1552sc

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Posted on: 1996-10-21
Description
A hydraulic brake line and/or brake pad is missing in either the primary or secondary system.

Consequence
Should a brake line or brake pad be missing, it can cause the vehicle to pull to the right or left when apply the brakes resulting in a significant increase in vehicle stopping distance.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect for missing brake lines and brake pads and install any parts that are missing.

Notes
Vehicle description:heavy duty trucks sold only to united parcel service (ups).  Owner notification:owner notification began october 15, 1996.  Note: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 navistar at 1-800-448-7825 or amtran at 1-800-843-5615.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.