Recalls for 2006 Cable Car Trolley Bus

DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:REAR

Posted on: 2008-12-16
Description
Hino is recalling 130 my 2008-2009 nd8j, ne8j, nj8j, and nv8j conventional trucks.  The rear axle u-bolts were not properly tightened.  The lower spring seat may not contact the axle housing properly, producing a gap on the front or rear side of the axle housing.  

Consequence
This gap could allow the u-bolts to loosen and/or cause the lower spring seat to crack.  The axle could become misaligned and/or separated from the mountings increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the rear air suspension lower spring seat for a gap between the rear axle and lower spring seat.  The u-bolts will be tightened to the specified torque.  The recall began on january 19, 2009.  Owners may contact hino at 1-248-699-9330.

Notes
Hino recall no.  M0140.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Posted on: 2008-12-17
Description
Great american trolley is recalling 5 my 2006-2007 cable car trolley buses equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts.  These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  403, platform lift system accessible for motor vehicles.  The anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user.  The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level.  The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.  

Consequence
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.

Corrective Action
Great american trolley is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097).  Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or great american trolley at 1-800-422-8366.

Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .