Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: Street Sweepers Equipped With An Optional Automatic Transmission Shift Lever That Includes A Park Brake Position. The Transmission Shifter/Park Brake Lever Can Bind Before Fully Engaging In The Park Brake Position Causing A False Park Condition.
Make Of Vehicle
ATHEY
Model Of Vehicle
STREET SWEEPER
Year
1997
Recall Campaign Number
98V119003
Component Description
Power Train:Automatic Transmission
Effect Of Defect
The Vehicle Can Move After Being Placed In Park Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Furon Company Is ConduCTIng The Owner Notification And Remedy Campaign For This Recall. Dealers Will Install A Spacer Plate In The Shifter And Inspect For The Presence Of An “E” Clip That Detains The Detent Pin.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Athey Products Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
19950301
End Of Manufacture
19970630
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
500
Date Owners Notified
19980914
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Athey Products Corp.
Date Report Received
19981001