NHTSA Recall 94V020000
NHTSA Campaign Id 94V020000; Date: Feb. 4, 1994
Separation of the brake rod and the brake arm results in the total loss of the service brakes which may result in an accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1992 MCI 102A3; 1993 MCI 102A3; 1991 MCI 102B3; 1992 MCI 102B3; 1993 MCI 102B3; 1991 MCI 102C3; 1992 MCI 102C3; 1993 MCI 102C3; 1991 MCI 102D3; 1992 MCI 102D3; 1993 MCI 102D3; 1991 MCI 102DL3; 1992 MCI 102DL3; 1993 MCI 102DL3; 1991 MCI 96B3; 1992 MCI 96B3; 1993 MCI 96B3; 1991 MCI MC12; 1992 MCI MC12; 1993 MCI MC12; 1991 MCI MC9; 1992 MCI MC9; 1993 MCI MC9
Component: Air Brake
Manufactured by: Motor Coach Ind. , Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,333
Recall Summary:
The brake rod to brake arm attaching nut and bolt are undertorqued and may loosen and fall off causing separation of the rod and arm.
How to Fix:
Mci will supply 1/2" unf "stover" locknut to customers. This locknut should be installed immediately and torqued to 40 lb/ft (54 nm). A fastener will also be provided to the customer along with the installation procedures.
Recall Notes:
System: brakes; air systems. Vehicle description: buses and motor coaches. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact mci service at 1-204-453-2872. Also, contact the national highway highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 1, 1994
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