2001 mobile athey mechanical street sweeper had a malfunction of the brake system causing vehicle to collide with a stopped vehicle. This condition has occurred in the past on other sweepersof the same year make and model. Condition is a loss of brakes when ABS light is on and vehicle speed is greater than 35 MPH. Vehicle manufacturer (athey) sold out to elgin corp. Brake system manufacturer (meritor, wabco) has been involved but nothing is being done. We have duplicated this problem in controlled road tests.
The worst 2001 Athey M9D problems
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Recalls 1
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliper
- What is wrong
- On certain street sweepers, as the brake pads wear, the brake calipers on the rear axle can come into contact with a bracket on the chassis. This causes the caliper to deflect during brake application, introducing a bending moment into the caliper mounting bolts. The mounting bolt can eventually break allowing the caliper to rotation out of position, causing a loss of braking function on the rear axle.
- Risk
- This condition increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will modify the braking system on these vehicles. Owner notification is expected to begin during march or april 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact epg/athey at 1‑847‑741‑5370.
Recall number 03V110000 · Recall details
What 2001 Athey M9D owners say
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Questions about the 2001 Athey M9D
Is the 2001 Athey M9D reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2001 Athey M9D, close to a typical M9D model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Athey M9D?
Brakes, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2001 Athey M9D have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Athey M9D brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 03V110000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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