Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: 4-Wheeled, Self-Propelled, On-Highway Mechanical Street Sweepers Equipped With Meritor WABCo Anti-Lock Braking System (Abs). Incorrect Brake Fluid Can Cause Damage To The Rubber Seals In The Brake Modulator Valves.
Make Of Vehicle
ATHEY
Model Of Vehicle
M8A
Year
1999
Recall Campaign Number
01V375000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/TrAction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Effect Of Defect
The Vehicle Can Experience Loss Of Or Reduced Braking Capabilities Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Flush The Brake System With Approved Fluids, Replace The Dot 5 Fluid With Dot 4 Fluid And Replace The Brake Modulator Valve. Owner Notification Began December 28, 2001. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Elgin/Athey At 1-847-741-5370.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Environmental Products Group
Start Of Manufacture
19990801
End Of Manufacture
20000930
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
160
Date Owners Notified
20011228
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Athey Products Corp.
Date Report Received
20011212