Daimler Buses North America | NHTSA Recall #10V538000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V538000 by Daimler Buses North America. Includes 217 affected units, HYDRAULIC AUXILIARY PUMP FITTING FAILURE, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Daimler bus is recalling certain model year 1995 through 2000 transit buses manufactured from january 1996 through december 2000. these buses are configured with a tapped fitting for the hydraulic wheelchair ramp. in the engine compartment connected to the hydraulic pump is a fitting with an adapter for the wheelchair ramp operation. the fitting can crack and cause hydraulic fluid to leak into the engine compartment.

Corrective Action

Bus owners will be instructed on how to repair the buses free of charge. the safety recall began on 3, december 2010. owners may contact daimler buses at 1-800-716-7566.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V538000

Manufacturer: Daimler Buses North America

Report Received Date: 2010-11-02T00:00:00

Subject: Hydraulic auxiliary pump fitting failure

Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility

Potentially Affected Units: 217

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Daimler bus is recalling certain model year 1995 through 2000 transit buses manufactured from january 1996 through december 2000. these buses are configured with a tapped fitting for the hydraulic wheelchair ramp. in the engine compartment connected to the hydraulic pump is a fitting with an adapter for the wheelchair ramp operation. the fitting can crack and cause hydraulic fluid to leak into the engine compartment.

Consequence Summary: Hydraulic fluids leaking into the engine compartment can be ignited by the hot turbocharger and cause an engine fire.

Corrective Action: Bus owners will be instructed on how to repair the buses free of charge. the safety recall began on 3, december 2010. owners may contact daimler buses at 1-800-716-7566.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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