NHTSA Recall 80V078000
NHTSA Campaign Id 80V078000; Date: Jun. 20, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Oshkosh B Series; 1979 Oshkosh B Series; 1978 Oshkosh F Series; 1979 Oshkosh F Series; 1978 Oshkosh P Series; 1979 Oshkosh P Series
Component: Service Brakes, Air:drum
Manufactured by: Oshkosh Truck Corporation
Affected Units:: 486
Recall Summary:
The front brake assemblies installed on certain vehicles may have been incorrectly assembled. This defect will result in a degraded brake efficiency.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install a complete new wedge assembly without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks. System: service brakes; front air brake assembly. Consequences of defect: this condition increases the distance required to stopthe vehicle. An accident could result, especially in situations requiring aminimum stopping distance.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 30, 1980
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