Thomas Built Buses, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #87V174000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 87V174000 by Thomas Built Buses, Inc.. Includes 38 affected units, BRAKES:AIR SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The reservoir line from the spring brake control valve was connected to the front brake reservoir instead of the rear reservoir.

Corrective Action

Install new air brake tubing to correct plumbing error.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 87V174000

Manufacturer: Thomas Built Buses, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1987-11-12T00:00:00

Subject: Brakes:air systems:lines and fittings

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 38

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The reservoir line from the spring brake control valve was connected to the front brake reservoir instead of the rear reservoir.

Consequence Summary: This plumbing error affects the manner in which the airbrakes work to stop the bus.

Corrective Action: Install new air brake tubing to correct plumbing error.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-kw6m~bt77_y4rr

NHTSA ID: 87V174000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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