2001 Cushman 898487 Recall Information and Defects
The 2001 Cushman 898487 has 3 active safety recalls issued by the NHTSA and RANSOMES CORPORATION. These critical defects primarily concern hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. Review the full details below, including NHTSA and Manufacturer Campaign numbers.
Quick Jump to Recalls (3 Defects)
Defect #1: Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings Malfunction (MFR Campaign: )
NHTSA ID: 01V355000 | MFR Campaign Number:
Posted on: 2001-11-30
Description
Vehicle description: 3-wheel on-road vehicles. A fuel regulator located on the fuel line that could leak fuel if a diaphragm failure occurs.
Consequence
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Owners will be sent a new fuel line. If a customer so wishes, a dealer can install the fuel line for them. Owner notification is expected to begin during february 2002. Owners who do not receive the free parts within a reasonable time should contact ransomes/cushman at
1-402-475-9581
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: Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings Malfunction (MFR Campaign: )
NHTSA ID: 01V263000 | MFR Campaign Number:
Posted on: 2001-08-27
Description
Vehicle description: 3-wheel on-road police vehicles. A splash guard fitted to the frame of the vehicle, located above the differential, could come in contact with the rear brake lines, causing damage or leakage. The models involved are: 1996-2001 models 898465b manufactured from october 1996 to july 2001; 1994-2001 models 878464b manufactured from november 1, 1994 to july 2001; 1997-2000 models 878474d manufactured from may 1, 1997 to december 24, 2000; 1997-2000 models 898474e manufactured from february 1, 2000 to july 2001; 2000-2001 models 898487 manufactured from may 1, 2000 to july 2001; and 2000-2001 models 898488 manufactured from july 1, 2000 to july 2001.
Consequence
Brake fluid leakage could increase the braking capability of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a new splash guard which will create clearance for the brake line. Owner notification began september 17, 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 ransomes/cushman at
1-402-474-8568
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (
1-888-327-4236)
Defect #3: Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings Malfunction (MFR Campaign: )
NHTSA ID: 01V239000 | MFR Campaign Number:
Posted on: 2001-07-31
Description
Vehicle description: 3-wheel on-road police vehicles. A plastic tee fitting located on the fuel line could crack resulting in a fuel system leak.
Consequence
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the plastic tee with a brass tee. Owner notification began august 20, 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 ransomes/cushman at
1-402-474-8568
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (
1-888-327-4236)
