NHTSA Recall 78V157000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V157000; Date: Jul. 6, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1976 White Truck RB2; 1977 White Truck RB2; 1976 White Truck RC2; 1977 White Truck RC2; 1976 White Truck RX2; 1977 White Truck RX2
Component: Service Brakes, Air:supply:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: White Motor Corporation
Affected Units:: 140
Recall Summary:
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems", in that some dual compartment air reservoirs were installed without a drain valve in both compartments. The omission of the drain valve could cause: 1) the tank to fill up with water due to condensation, 2) reduced air volume, 3) contamination of the air system with water, causing malfunction of the release valves, check valves, etc. , and increasing the possibility of air system component freeze-up in cold climates. These conditions could result in momentary loss of braking action.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install a drain valve at no cost to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy trucks and tractors. System: service brakes; air drain valve. Consequences of defect: loss of braking capability could cause loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 11, 1978
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