1990-1996 Thomas Saf-T-Liner recall: chamber
Thomas Built Buses, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 3, 1997. It covers about 695 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 695
- reported
- Mar 3, 1997
- owners notified
- Apr 28, 1997
Service brakes, air: drum: chamber
- What is wrong
- Contact between the brake chamber and the suspension beam can result in damage to the brake chamber clamp band.
- Risk
- If the damage to the clamp band resulted in band breakage, the chamber could come apart resulting in loss of the service brakes. The emergency brakes would automatically apply.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the brake chamber for signs of contact. If contact is indicated, the brake cam shaft and chamber support bracket will be replaced, eliminating the possibility of contact between the brake chamber and the suspension beam.
Recall number 97V030000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 97V030000
Is there a recall on the 1990-1996 Thomas Saf-T-Liner chamber?
Yes. Recall 97V030000, reported on March 3, 1997, covers about 695 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 97V030000?
Dealers will inspect the brake chamber for signs of contact. If contact is indicated, the brake cam shaft and chamber support bracket will be replaced, eliminating the possibility of contact between the brake chamber and the suspension beam.
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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