Eldorado National-kansas | NHTSA Recall #09V265000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V265000 by Eldorado National-kansas. Includes 4 affected units, HYDRAULIC BRAKE FLUID LEAK, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Eldorado national - kansas is recalling 4 my 2004-2005 aero elite transit buses built between april 12, 2004 and september 18, 2006. certain hydraulic brake lines may contact the transmission dipstick tube as the engine rocks.

Corrective Action

Daimler trucks is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. please see 09v-114. daimler trucks will correct the chassis if found to be defective. this service will be performed for you free of charge. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V265000
Manufacturer: Eldorado National-kansas
Report Received Date: 2009-07-10T00:00:00
Subject: Hydraulic brake fluid leak
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 4

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Eldorado national - kansas is recalling 4 my 2004-2005 aero elite transit buses built between april 12, 2004 and september 18, 2006. certain hydraulic brake lines may contact the transmission dipstick tube as the engine rocks.
Consequence Summary: Continued contact between the brake line and the dipstick tube could abrade the brake line. this abrasion could cause the line to break and leak, resulting in a loss of brake fluid. a loss of brake fluid could reduce brake performance which could increase the risk of a crash without warning.
Corrective Action: Daimler trucks is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. please see 09v-114. daimler trucks will correct the chassis if found to be defective. this service will be performed for you free of charge. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 09V265000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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