Transportation 96A2 (1985) – 85V148000

Defect Description For Recall

Brake Air Lines Were Incorrectly Installed. The Brake Air Lines From The Bulkhead Fittings To A Two-Way Valve And To A Relay Valve Which Feeds The Park Brake And Service Brakes Were Inadvertently Reversed During Installation. Consequence Of Defect: This Condition Allows The Parking Brake To FunCTIon Normally, But When The Service Brakes Are Applied Air Is Directed To The Parking Brake Diaphragms And Not To The Service Brakes. This Will Substantially Reduce The Stopping Capability Of The Service Brakes. Also, If The Parking Brakes Are Applied, They May Be Difficult To Release.

Make Of Vehicle

TRANSPORTATION

Model Of Vehicle

96A2

Year

1985

Recall Campaign Number

85V148000

Component Description

Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Effect Of Defect

Fix Defect

Inspect And Make Proper Installation Of The Air Brake Lines.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Transportation Mfg. Corp.

Start Of Manufacture

19850301

End Of Manufacture

19850901

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

51

Date Owners Notified

19860128

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Transportation Mfg. Corp.

Date Report Received

19851115

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard