1996-1997 Amtran RS3302, Amtran RS3505 and others recall: air

American Transportation Corp. reported this safety recall on November 4, 1996. It covers about 194 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 194
reported: Nov 4, 1996
owners notified: Dec 11, 1996

Parking brake: driveline: air

What is wrong: The air/spring actuated parking brake chambers manufactured by midland (date code 145b6k) were filled with the wrong lubrication. The improper lubricant causes the seals within the chamber to fail and results in loss of air. If air pressure drops to 55 psi the spring within the chamber will automatically apply the parking brake.
Risk: If air pressure drops below 55 psi and the operator does not heed the low air pressure warning and continues to drive, the parking brake will apply. This can cause the parking brake lining to overheat and prematurely wear. When the bus is parked and the brake applied, the parking brake would not operate properly.
Remedy: Dealers (or owners) will inspect the brake chambers for the suspect date code. If the chamber has this code, the parking brake chamber will be replaced.

Recall number 96V221000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 96V221000

Is there a recall on the 1996-1997 Amtran RS3302, Amtran RS3505 and others air?

Yes. Recall 96V221000, reported on November 4, 1996, covers about 194 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 96V221000?

Dealers (or owners) will inspect the brake chambers for the suspect date code. If the chamber has this code, the parking brake chamber will be replaced.

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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