NHTSA Recall 77V051000
NHTSA Campaign Id 77V051000; Date: Apr. 12, 1977
Recalled Vehicles:
1977 Fruehauf Fruehauf
Component: Service Brakes, Air:antilock:interconnecting Assembly(wiring)
Manufactured by: Fruehauf Corporation
Affected Units:: 140
Recall Summary:
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems". The s121 bogie control air brake system was installed in such a way that the rear axle air control bypassed the front skid control air modulator valve. Improper installation would allow the rear axle to lock up in a panic stop.
How to Fix:
The dealer will reroute the brake air control lines to the rear axle of the bogie through the front skid control air system to comply with the safety standard.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: freight trailers. System: service brakes; air piping, rear axle. Consequences of defect: if the rear axle locks up, loss of vehicle control andan accident could result.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 27, 1977
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