NHTSA Recall 83V053000
NHTSA Campaign Id 83V053000; Date: May. 10, 1983
Recalled Vehicles:
1982 Motor Coach MC9; 1983 Motor Coach MC9
Component: Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts
Manufactured by: Motor Coach Ind. , Inc.
Affected Units:: 6
Recall Summary:
The aluminum wheels are equipped with short threaded bolts which will not properly secure a spare steel wheel. Use of this spare could result in loss of the outer wheel without warning.
How to Fix:
Manufacturer will forward replacement inner wheel nuts and will cover one hour labor charge for each vehicle involved. Outer wheels should be removed, inadequate nuts replaced and securely fastened, and outer wheel nuts securely fastened. Incorrect inner nuts should be returned to manufacturer.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: buses equipped with aluminum wheels. System: suspension; inner wheel nuts for aluminum wheels. Consequences of defect: outer wheel could roll free and cause an accident andpersonal injury to other drivers on the road.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 3, 1983
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