1996 Orion V and Orion Vi recall: slack adjusters
Orion Bus Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall on April 17, 1998. It covers about 20 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 20
- reported
- Apr 17, 1998
Service brakes, air: slack adjusters
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: transit buses equipped with maxibrake I actuators, type 20, type 24, type 30, and type 36. These brake actuators do not have an overstroke indicator. This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems."
- Risk
- This condition can lead to reduced brake output if the brakes or not properly adjusted or when it is used without an automatic brake adjusting mechanism.
- Remedy
- Midland will provide owners with a modification kit which will make the brake system compliant.
Recall number 98V121001
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 98V121001
Is there a recall on the 1996 Orion V and Orion Vi slack adjusters?
Yes. Recall 98V121001, reported on April 17, 1998, covers about 20 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 98V121001?
Midland will provide owners with a modification kit which will make the brake system compliant.
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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