Recalls for 2019 Hometown Trolley Streetcar

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER

Posted on: 2019-01-31
Description
Double k, inc is recalling certain 2017-2019 hometown trolley villager, mainstreet, and streetcar trackless trolley buses, built on a daimler trucks north america (dtna) freightliner chassis equipped with air disc brakes.  The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may be insufficiently tightened, allowing the bolts to loosen.  

Consequence
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Double k will notify owners, instructing them to contact a dtna dealer to have the brake caliper mounting bolts checked and tightened, free of charge.  The recall began april 5, 2019.  Owners may contact double k customer service at 1-715-478-5095 or dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Double k's number for this recall is f772a-k.

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