Oshkosh Corporation | NHTSA Recall #91V187000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 91V187000 by Oshkosh Corporation. Includes 130 affected units, BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:SHOE AND DRUM SYSTEM, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

These vehicles have front axles with brake cam operation opposite to the rotation of the brake drum (cam opposite), and there is a tendency for brakes to chatter under low air pressure, resulting in vibrations. The vibrations induce stresses in the tie rod end beyond its endurance limit, and result in cracks in the threaded portion of the stud where the tube ends.

Corrective Action

Replace the cam opposite brake actuation with cam same brake operation, by interchanging the left and right cam assemblies to avoid brake chattering; and replace tie rods.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 91V187000
Manufacturer: Oshkosh Corporation
Report Received Date: 1991-10-27T00:00:00
Subject: Brakes:hydraulic:shoe and drum system
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 130

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: These vehicles have front axles with brake cam operation opposite to the rotation of the brake drum (cam opposite), and there is a tendency for brakes to chatter under low air pressure, resulting in vibrations. The vibrations induce stresses in the tie rod end beyond its endurance limit, and result in cracks in the threaded portion of the stud where the tube ends.
Consequence Summary: Cracks in the tie rod can result in separation of thetie rod and loss of vehicle control without prior warning.
Corrective Action: Replace the cam opposite brake actuation with cam same brake operation, by interchanging the left and right cam assemblies to avoid brake chattering; and replace tie rods.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 91V187000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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