Motor Coach Industries | NHTSA Recall #93V011000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 93V011000 by Motor Coach Industries. Includes 8 affected units, BRAKES:HYDRAULIC SYSTEM, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The brackets used to restrain the "reference-zero" arm of the drive axle slack adjusters may flex excessively, and prevent self adjustment of the slack adjusters. This could degrade brake efficiency as the brake shoes wear.

Corrective Action

A retrofit kit is to be installed to correct the problem with the attachment brackets.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 93V011000

Manufacturer: Motor Coach Industries

Report Received Date: 1993-01-22T00:00:00

Subject: Brakes:hydraulic system

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 8

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The brackets used to restrain the "reference-zero" arm of the drive axle slack adjusters may flex excessively, and prevent self adjustment of the slack adjusters. This could degrade brake efficiency as the brake shoes wear.

Consequence Summary: Decreased brake efficiency could cause increased stoppingdistances, which could result in a vehicle accident.

Corrective Action: A retrofit kit is to be installed to correct the problem with the attachment brackets.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-i6ep-s79c-iaz8

NHTSA ID: 93V011000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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