Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Transit Buses Equipped With ARVInmeritor Urresko Tie Rod Clamps, Heat Treatment Of Clamps Created A Surface Hardness That Could Lead To A Fracture Of The Clamps.
Make Of Vehicle
NOVABUS
Model Of Vehicle
RTS
Year
2001
Recall Campaign Number
05V065000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
Effect Of Defect
In The Event Of A Crack, The Clamps Could Break Off AffeCTIng Toe-In And Alignment. The Tie Rod Can Come Loose Resulting In Steering Loss And A Crash Could Occur Without Prior Warning.
Fix Defect
ARVInmeritor Is ConduCTIng The Owner Notification And Remedy For This Campaign. Owners May Contact ARVInmeritor At 1-866-668-7221 Or Novabus At 450-974-3134.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Nova Bus Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
12
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Nova Bus Incorporated
Date Report Received
20050228