Electric Transit, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #02V209000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V209000 by Electric Transit, Inc.. Includes 57 affected units, ETI/SUSPENSION WELDS, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain electric trolley buses, the vertical weld on lower spring pad on the rear axle can fail.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install "corner spaces" between the saddle bracket and the lower spring pads. owner notification is expected to begin during september 2002. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact eti at 1-410-638-3472.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V209000

Manufacturer: Electric Transit, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2002-08-01T00:00:00

Subject: Eti/suspension welds

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 57

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain electric trolley buses, the vertical weld on lower spring pad on the rear axle can fail.

Consequence Summary: The rear axle and suspension can become weak if all welds fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install "corner spaces" between the saddle bracket and the lower spring pads. owner notification is expected to begin during september 2002. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact eti at 1-410-638-3472.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-ic5u-km7b.k5c7

NHTSA ID: 02V209000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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