Westinghouse Elec. Corp. | NHTSA Recall #91E030000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 91E030000 by Westinghouse Elec. Corp.. Includes 463 affected units, EQUIPMENT:OTHER PIECES:AUXILLIARY GENERATOR, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The material used in the pawl and shaft of the two top locking mechanisms in container clip-on diesel sets does not have adequate tensile strength or was not properly heat treated, and could cause the pawl and shaft to fracture.

Corrective Action

Replace the cast iron shafts with forged steel shafts.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 91E030000

Manufacturer: Westinghouse Elec. Corp.

Report Received Date: 1991-01-19T00:00:00

Subject: Equipment:other pieces:auxilliary generator

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 463

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: The material used in the pawl and shaft of the two top locking mechanisms in container clip-on diesel sets does not have adequate tensile strength or was not properly heat treated, and could cause the pawl and shaft to fracture.

Consequence Summary: Fracture of shaft while generator is in use may causeflying debris and result in injury to anyone in vicinity.

Corrective Action: Replace the cast iron shafts with forged steel shafts.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 91E030000

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