New Flyer Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #99V286000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 99V286000 by New Flyer Of America, Inc.. Includes 174 affected units, NEW FLYER/FMVSS 121/PARKING BRAKE, component: PARKING BRAKE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: buses. these buses fail to comply with fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems." the parking brake may be inadequate at gvwr on a 20% slope.

Corrective Action

Owners will be provided with parts, instructions and assistance in installing larger spring brakes on the drive axle. New flyer will reimburse the owner's for the parts and labor costs involved.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 99V286000

Manufacturer: New Flyer Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1999-10-20T00:00:00

Subject: New flyer/fmvss 121/parking brake

Component: Parking Brake

Potentially Affected Units: 174

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 1248A

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Vehicle description: buses. these buses fail to comply with fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems." the parking brake may be inadequate at gvwr on a 20% slope.

Consequence Summary: The parking brake may not restrain the vehicle when on a 20% slope increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Owners will be provided with parts, instructions and assistance in installing larger spring brakes on the drive axle. New flyer will reimburse the owner's for the parts and labor costs involved.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 99V286000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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