Category: Recalls

Hydraulic Tank Overpressurize and Rupture - 2018 McNeilus Bridgemaster V Concrete Mixer

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June 21, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V484000

Hydraulic Tank Overpressurize and Rupture

If the tank ruptures it may cause hydraulic fluid to spill. The ruptured tank can cause injuries from plastic debris. The spilled hydraulic fluid could be hot which could cause burn injuries. If the vehicle is on the road when the tank ruptures, the tank pieces or spilled hydraulic fluid may cause a road hazard which could increase the risk of a crash.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V484

Manufacturer Oshkosh Corporation

Components EQUIPMENT

Potential Number of Units Affected 137

 

Summary

Oshkosh Corporation (Oshkosh) is recalling certain 2018 McNeilus Bridgemaster V Concrete Mixer vehicles previously recalled under 18V-322. The vehicles may have received an incorrect replacement part during the recall remedy. The filler neck check valve may seal the tank too tightly, causing the tank to overpressurize and possibly rupture.

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Loss of Brake Pressure/FMVSS 121 - 2003-2019 Altec TA45, TA50, TA55, TA60, L37, L39, LRV, LR7, A-T40C, T40P & AP45

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June 21, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V483000

Loss of Brake Pressure/FMVSS 121

Loss of service brake pressure can increase the risk of a crash.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V483

Manufacturer Altec Industries Inc.

Components SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Potential Number of Units Affected 957

 

Summary

Altec Industries Inc. (Altec) is recalling certain 2003-2019 Altec TA45, TA50, TA55, TA60, L37, L39, LRV, LR7, A-T40C, T40P and AP45 vehicles equipped with air-cushioned pintle hitch and/or accessory air components. The accessories utilizing chassis air supply may be missing pressure protection valves. The accessory lines may not prevent service brake line pressure loss due to failure or leakage in the accessory air system. Additionally, the air cushioned pintle hook may have been connected to the incorrect air lines. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

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Excessive Force to Needed Buckle Seat Belts - 2011 IC CE Transit Buses

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June 21, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V479000

Excessive Force to Needed Buckle Seat Belts

In the event of a crash, the seat belt may not buckle or properly restrain a passenger in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V479

Manufacturer Navistar, Inc.

Components SEAT BELTS

Potential Number of Units Affected 9

 

Summary

Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2011 IC CE transit buses equipped with certain non-retractable passenger two-point lap belts. After long term buckling and unbuckling of the seat belt, the plastic fingers on the male portion of the buckle may crack and fall off, requiring excessive force to buckle the seat belt.

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Excessive Force Needed to Buckle Seat Belts - 2011 IC Bus BE, CE, & RE School Buses

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June 21, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V478000

Excessive Force Needed to Buckle Seat Belts

The seat belt may not easily buckle, increasing the risk of an injury in the event of a crash.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V478

Manufacturer Navistar, Inc.

Components SEAT BELTS

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,035

 

Summary

Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2011 IC Bus BE, CE, and RE school buses equipped with certain non-retractable passenger two-point seat belts. After long term buckling and unbuckling of the seat belt, the plastic fingers on the male portion of the buckle may crack and fall off, requiring excessive force to buckle the seat belt.

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Brake Pedal Clevis Pin Clip May Detach - 2012-2019 Utilimaster Walk In

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June 21, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V477000

Brake Pedal Clevis Pin Clip May Detach

If the clip is detaches and clevis pin slides out of position, the brake lights may fail. Loss of brake lights may mislead other drivers if they are unaware the vehicle is stopping or slowing down, which increases the risk of crash. If the pin continues to slide out further, the pedal may detach, increasing the risk of crash.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V477

Manufacturer Spartan Motors USA

Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Potential Number of Units Affected 4,534

 

Summary

Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 2012-2019 Fleet Utilimaster Walk In vehicles built on a DTNA chassis. The brake pedal clevis pin clip may rub or bend on the throttle pedal and possibly detach.

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