NHTSA Recall 93V011000
NHTSA Campaign Id 93V011000; Date: Jan. 22, 1993
Decreased brake efficiency could cause increased stoppingdistances, which could result in a vehicle accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1992 MCI 102DL3; 1993 MCI 102DL3; 1992 MCI 102DLC3; 1993 MCI 102DLC3; 1992 MCI 102DLH3; 1993 MCI 102DLH3
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components
Manufactured by: Motor Coach Ind. , Inc.
Affected Units:: 8
Recall Summary:
The brackets used to restrain the "reference-zero" arm of the drive axle slack adjusters may flex excessively, and prevent self adjustment of the slack adjusters. This could degrade brake efficiency as the brake shoes wear.
How to Fix:
A retrofit kit is to be installed to correct the problem with the attachment brackets.
Recall Notes:
System: brakes. Vehicle description: buses fitted with haldex automatic slack adjusters. Warning: all affected coaches must be inspected immediately and adjusted ifnecessary. Inspection and, if necessary, adjustment must be performed every6000 miles until the retrofit kit is installed.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 15, 1993
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