NHTSA Recall 77V151000
NHTSA Campaign Id 77V151000; Date: Sep. 20, 1977
Recalled Vehicles:
1974 Mercedes Benz 0309D; 1975 Mercedes Benz 0309D; 1976 Mercedes Benz 0309D; 1977 Mercedes Benz 0309D
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Inc.
Affected Units:: 799
Recall Summary:
The push rod connecting the brake pedal and the brake booster could bend under extreme pedal pressure and eventually break off. Complete loss of braking capability could occur.
How to Fix:
The dealer will replace the existing push rod on involved vehicles with an improved type, without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: buses. System: service brakes; brake pedal push rod. Consequences of defect: complete loss of braking capability could cause loss ofvehicle control and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 16, 1977
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