NHTSA Recall 01V130003
NHTSA Campaign Id 01V130003; Date: Dec. 11, 2001
This could disable the anti-lock function on the affected wheel without providing the required operator warning that the abs function requires servicing.
Recalled Vehicles:
1997 Athey M8A; 1998 Athey M8A; 1999 Athey M8A; 1997 Athey M9B; 1998 Athey M9B; 1999 Athey M9B; 1997 Athey M9D; 1998 Athey M9D; 1999 Athey M9D
Component: Service Brakes, Air:antilock
Manufactured by: Environmental Products Group
Affected Units:: 160
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: street sweepers equipped with meritor wabco phase 1, d-version antilock brake system (abs), fail to comply to the requirements of fmvss no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems. " an internal diagnostic system in the abs may not detect an extreme wheel speed sensor air gap. Such a condition could possibly occur during (1) original assembly or (2) subsequent wheel end service.
How to Fix:
The abs ecu will be removed and replaced on these motor homes. Owner notification began December 28, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact epg/athey at 1-847-741-5370 or meritor wabco at 1-800-535-5560.
Recall Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 28, 2001
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