Recalls for 2010 General Coach Ic-lc

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Posted on: 2010-02-25
Description
General coach is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 lo-trans, model year 2007 ez-trans and model year 2009-2010 ic-lc buses built on international 3200im chassis manufactured from july 2003 through february 2010.  When the buses are used in a severe duty application, such as buses in heavy transit use, there can be overheating of the brakes.

Consequence
If the overheating becomes excessive, it could result in a fire located at the brake area.  A fire may result in personal injury, property damage, or death.

Corrective Action
General coach is working with international to define the remedy for this campaign.  The buses will be retrofitted with an aftermarket transmission retarder that will lower the temperatures of the braking components down into the normal operating range.  This service will be performed free of charged.  The recall began on may 10, 2010.  Owners may contact general coach at 1-800-842-0622.

Notes
Owners 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 .