Make : WESTERN | Model : RWL SERIES | Year : 1982 |
Build Dates : 19810401 - 19840301 | ||
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 84V032000 | ||
Date Owners Notified: | Date Received by ODI: 19840322 | Date Added to Database: 19840404 |
Manufacturer(s) Involved: MACK TRUCKS, INCORPORATED | ||
Manufacturer(s) Responsible for the Recall: MACK TRUCKS, INC | ||
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Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1163 | ||
Summary of the Safety Concern:
FRONT AXLE AIR BRAKE LINES ARE ROUTED TOO CLOSE TO THE ENGINE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. THIS CAN PERMIT BRAKE LINES TO MELT AND RUPTURE, CAUSING A REDUCTION IN AIR PRESSURE TO BRAKE CHAMBERS UPON BRAKE APPLICATION. |
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Consequence:
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Remedy:
FRONT AXLE AIR BRAKE LINES WILL BE REPLACED, EMPLOYING NEW ROUTING AND HEAT RESISTANCE IMPROVEMENTS. |
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Report Initiator: MFR | Vehicles Report | |
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Notes:
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