RESERVOIR INTERIOR PAINT WAS ALLOWED TO ENTER THE AIR RESERVOIR CHECK VALVE
— Recall Campaign #91V178000
RESERVOIR INTERIOR PAINT WAS ALLOWED TO ENTER THE AIR RESERVOIR CHECK VALVE, AND THE VALVE IS NOT PROPERLY SEATED.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 49 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
91V178000
| Manufacturer: | FREIGHTLINER LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | October 15, 1991 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 91V178000 |
| Units affected: | 49 |
- Description:
- RESERVOIR INTERIOR PAINT WAS ALLOWED TO ENTER THE AIR RESERVOIR CHECK VALVE, AND THE VALVE IS NOT PROPERLY SEATED.
- Consequeces:
- LACK OF PROPER SEATING CAUSES THE RESERVOIRS TO FAILTO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 121.
- Corrective action:
- CLEAN AND RESEAT THE AIR CHECK VALVES AS NEEDED.
- Notes:
- SYSTEM: BRAKES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY TRUCKS.