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NHTSARecalled Oct 26, 1995 · #95V209000

BRAKES:AIR SYSTEMS:AIR SUPPLY SYSTEM

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

AN IMPROPER SIZE SECTION OF BRAKE LINE WAS INSTALLED IN THE AIR SUPPLY LINE TO THE FRONT AXLE BRAKE CHAMBERS WHICH AFFECTS THE BRAKE ACTUATION TIME. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS." CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: REDUCED BRAKING CAPABILITY CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

Product details

Product
BRAKES:AIR SYSTEMS:AIR SUPPLY SYSTEM
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
AMERICAN IKARUS, INC.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE INCORRECT BRAKE LINE.

View the official CPSC notice