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1999 Athey M8A, Athey M9B and others recall: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

Environmental Products Group reported this safety recall on December 12, 2001. It covers about 160 vehicles.

vehicles affected
160
reported
Dec 12, 2001
owners notified
Dec 28, 2001

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

What is wrong
Vehicle description: 4-wheeled, self-propelled, on-highway mechanical street sweepers equipped with meritor wabco anti-lock braking system (ABS). Incorrect brake fluid can cause damage to the rubber seals in the brake modulator valves.
Risk
The vehicle can experience loss of or reduced braking capabilities increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will flush the brake system with approved fluids, replace the dot 5 fluid with dot 4 fluid and replace the brake modulator valve. Owner notification began december 28, 2001. 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 elgin/athey at 1‑847‑741‑5370.

Recall number 01V375000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 01V375000

Is there a recall on the 1999 Athey M8A, Athey M9B and others antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip?

Yes. Recall 01V375000, reported on December 12, 2001, covers about 160 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V375000?

Dealers will flush the brake system with approved fluids, replace the dot 5 fluid with dot 4 fluid and replace the brake modulator valve. Owner notification began december 28, 2001. 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 elgin/athey at 1‑847‑741‑5370.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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