Gillig, Llc | NHTSA Recall #91V175000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 91V175000 by Gillig, Llc. Includes 62 affected units, POWER TRAIN:TRANSMISSION:AUTOMATIC:COOLING UNIT AN, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Inconsistent aeroquip hose tightening procedures and supplier's assembly inconsistencies can cause leaks of hydraulic fluid.

Corrective Action

Steam clean the engine compartment, run the system to detect leaks, re-torque any leaking connections to specifications, and replace fittings/hoses that cannot be made leak free.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 91V175000

Manufacturer: Gillig, Llc

Report Received Date: 1991-10-09T00:00:00

Subject: Power train:transmission:automatic:cooling unit an

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 62

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Inconsistent aeroquip hose tightening procedures and supplier's assembly inconsistencies can cause leaks of hydraulic fluid.

Consequence Summary: If a severe hydraulic leak occurs, hydraulic fluid can besprayed on the engine manifolds or accumulate on the turbocharger and insulationand then be ignited by the hot exhaust manifold, turbocharger, or muffler,resulting in an engine compartment fire.

Corrective Action: Steam clean the engine compartment, run the system to detect leaks, re-torque any leaking connections to specifications, and replace fittings/hoses that cannot be made leak free.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-46rt.8q4d-wpm4

NHTSA ID: 91V175000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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