Transportation Mfg. Corp. | NHTSA Recall #85V082000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 85V082000 by Transportation Mfg. Corp.. Includes 39 affected units, STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD:INNER, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The center axle mounted steering gear necessitates the use of longer tie rod arms. These arms come in closer proximity to the front tires than buses not having the center axle mounted steering gear. consequence of defect: the longer tie rod could scuff the front tire, which could result in tire failure and possible loss of vehicle control.

Corrective Action

Replacement of tie rods on buses found to have tire clearance problems.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 85V082000

Manufacturer: Transportation Mfg. Corp.

Report Received Date: 1985-06-24T00:00:00

Subject: Steering:linkages:tie rod:inner

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 39

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The center axle mounted steering gear necessitates the use of longer tie rod arms. These arms come in closer proximity to the front tires than buses not having the center axle mounted steering gear. consequence of defect: the longer tie rod could scuff the front tire, which could result in tire failure and possible loss of vehicle control.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Replacement of tie rods on buses found to have tire clearance problems.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-dr3k_9ir6_55d4

NHTSA ID: 85V082000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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