Telma Retarder, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #98E025000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 98E025000 by Telma Retarder, Inc.. Includes 807 affected units, TELMA/BRAKE RETARDERS, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Equipment description: brake retarders for use on trucks, buses, and other large special purpose vehicles. the linkage connecting the retarder rotor to the shaft can become distorted over time causing certain connecting bolts to fracture.

Corrective Action

Telma will provide owners with repair kits consisting of installation instructions and new shims, pressure washers, bolts, and locking plates on the retarder.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 98E025000

Manufacturer: Telma Retarder, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1998-08-12T00:00:00

Subject: Telma/brake retarders

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 807

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Equipment description: brake retarders for use on trucks, buses, and other large special purpose vehicles. the linkage connecting the retarder rotor to the shaft can become distorted over time causing certain connecting bolts to fracture.

Consequence Summary: The rotor and connected drive train components can separate completely from the retarder resulting in loss of drive capability and contact with the pavement.

Corrective Action: Telma will provide owners with repair kits consisting of installation instructions and new shims, pressure washers, bolts, and locking plates on the retarder.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-neb7_fayb_nv7t

NHTSA ID: 98E025000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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