Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Electric Trolley Buses, The Vertical Weld On Lower Spring Pad On The Rear Axle Can Fail.
Make Of Vehicle
ETI
Model Of Vehicle
14 TRE
Year
1999
Recall Campaign Number
02V209000
Component Description
Suspension
Effect Of Defect
The Rear Axle And Suspension Can Become Weak If All Welds Fail, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Install “Corner Spaces” Between The Saddle Bracket And The Lower Spring Pads. Owner Notification Is Expected To Begin During September 2002. Owners Who Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact ETI At 1-410-638-3472.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Electric Transit, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19980301
End Of Manufacture
19990831
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
57
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Electric Transit, Inc.
Date Report Received
20020801