12/30/13

NHTSA Recall Notice 12.30.13

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V590
Manufacturer : Collins Bus Corporation
Make / Model Years : COLLINS / 2013
COLLINS CORBEIL / 2013
COLLINS MID BUS / 2013
Subject : Seat Belt may be Difficult to Unlatch/FMVSS 209
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V592
Manufacturer : Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC
Make / Model Years : VOLVO / 2011-2012
Subject : Driver not Warned of Low Oil Pressure
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V593
Manufacturer : PACCAR Incorporated
Make / Model Years : PETERBILT / 2004-2013
Subject : Certification Label Missing Information
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V594
Manufacturer : Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years : LINCOLN / 2013-2014
Subject : Transmission can be Shifted out of Park/FMVSS 114
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V597
Manufacturer : North American Bus Industries, Inc.
Make / Model Years : NABI / 2013
Subject : Wheel Lug Nuts May Loosen causing Wheel Separation
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V601
Manufacturer : E-One Incorporated
Make / Model Years : E-ONE / 2013
Subject : Seat Belt may be Difficult to Unlatch/FMVSS 209
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V603
Manufacturer : Nissan North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : NISSAN / 2013
Subject : Steering Column Assembly may Separate
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V604
Manufacturer : Daimler Trucks North America
Make / Model Years : FREIGHTLINER / 2014
WESTERN STAR / 2014
Subject : Seat Belt may be Difficult to Unlatch/FMVSS 209
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V605
Manufacturer : Daimler Trucks North America
Make / Model Years : STERLING / 2008-2009
Subject : Left Outer Tie Rod may Fracture
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V606
Manufacturer : Daimler Trucks North America
Make / Model Years : THOMAS BUILT / 2013-2015
Subject : Seat Belt may be Difficult to Unlatch/FMVSS 209
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V612
Manufacturer : PACCAR Incorporated
Make / Model Years : KENWORTH / 2014
Subject : STT Lamp Housing/FMVSS 108
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V618
Manufacturer : Volvo Trucks North America
Make / Model Years : VOLVO / 2014
Subject : Seat Belt may be Difficult to Unlatch/FMVSS 209
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V619
Manufacturer : Mack Trucks, Inc.
Make / Model Years : MACK / 2014
Subject : Seat Belt may be Difficult to Unlatch/FMVSS 209
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V620
Manufacturer : Prevost Cars, Inc.
Make / Model Years : PREVOST / 2014
Subject : Seat Belt may be Difficult to Unlatch/FMVSS 209
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V630
Manufacturer : Navistar, Inc.
Make / Model Years : IC BUS / 2014-2015
Subject : Seat Belt may be Difficult to Unlatch/FMVSS 209
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V631
Manufacturer : Navistar, Inc.
Make / Model Years : IC BUS / 2014-2015
Subject : Seat Belt may be Difficult to Unlatch/FMVSS 209
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V642
Manufacturer : Nova Bus
Make / Model Years : NOVA BUS / 2009-2012
Subject : Sure Power DC-DC Converter-Possible Fire

12/26/13

NHTSA Recall Notice 12.23.13

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V570
Manufacturer : BMW of North America, LLC
Make / Model Years : BMW / 2013
Subject : Inst. Panel may Interfere with Air Bag Deployment
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V574
Manufacturer : Spartan Motors, Inc.
Make / Model Years : UTILIMASTER / 2013-2014
Subject : The Return Coolant Hose May Kink
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V576
Manufacturer : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Make / Model Years : MERCEDES BENZ / 2014
Subject : Seat Belt Anchor Fittings
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V577
Manufacturer : Blue Bird Body Company
Make / Model Years : BLUE BIRD / 2014
Subject : Driver's Seat Belt Buckles may not Unlatch
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V579
Manufacturer : Blue Bird Body Company
Make / Model Years : BLUE BIRD / 2014-2015
Subject : Driver's Seat Belt Buckle may not Unlatch
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V580
Manufacturer : Fleetwood RV, Inc.
Make / Model Years : FLEETWOOD / 2014
Subject : Seat Belt Assemblies may not Release
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V581
Manufacturer : Navistar, Inc.
Make / Model Years : INTERNATIONAL / 2013-2014
Subject : Chassis Skirt may Rub Tank (Possible Fuel Leak)
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V582
Manufacturer : Jet Company, Inc.
Make / Model Years : JET CO / 2011-2012
Subject : Weak Top Rail may Allow Trailer to Buckle
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V585
Manufacturer : Jayco, Inc.
Make / Model Years : ENTEGRA / 2006-2014
JAYCO / 2006-2014
STARCRAFT / 2006-2014
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V587
Manufacturer : HL Enterprise Inc.
Make / Model Years : BRIDGEVIEW / 2011-2013
GEORGIAN BAY / 2011-2013
HARBORVIEW / 2011-2013
HY-LINE / 2011-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V589
Manufacturer : Maserati North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : MASERATI / 2014
Subject : Alternator Harness may Short resulting in Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V591
Manufacturer : Volvo Bus Corporation
Make / Model Years : VOLVO BUS / 2009-2010
Subject : Wheel Chair Access/FMVSS 217
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V610
Manufacturer : Chrysler Group LLC
Make / Model Years : CHRYSLER / 2013
DODGE / 2013
Subject : Transmission Output Shaft may Fracture

12/17/13

NHTSA Recall Notice 12.16.13

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V531
Manufacturer : Spartan Motors, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SPARTAN / 2013-2014
Subject : Steering Linkage Castle Nuts may be Loose
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V532
Manufacturer : Prevost Cars, Inc.
Make / Model Years : PREVOST / 2008-2010
Subject : Accelerator Pedal Power Spring
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V534
Manufacturer : Prevost Cars, Inc.
Make / Model Years : PREVOST / 2008-2009
Subject : P-Clamp may cause Short Circuit
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V536
Manufacturer : Daimler Trucks North America
Make / Model Years : THOMAS BUILT BUSES / 2013
Subject : Minotour 5th Row Barrier Installed Incorrectly
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V537
Manufacturer : Daimler Trucks North America
Make / Model Years : THOMAS BUILT / 2012-2014
Subject : IMMI Seats with U-Bolts
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V538
Manufacturer : Daimler Trucks North America
Make / Model Years : FREIGHTLINER / 2013
Subject : Missing locking snap rings on wheel end drive axle
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V539
Manufacturer : Daimler Trucks North America
Make / Model Years : THOMAS BUILT / 2014
Subject : School Bus Seat Track Rivets
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V543
Manufacturer : Blue Bird Body Company
Make / Model Years : BLUE BIRD / 2014
Subject : Front Suspension Bolts may Break
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V545
Manufacturer : Blue Bird Body Company
Make / Model Years : BLUE BIRD / 2014
Subject : Front Suspension Bolts May Break
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V552
Manufacturer : Chrysler Group LLC
Make / Model Years : CHRYSLER / 2013
DODGE / 2013
JEEP / 2014
Subject : Loss of Oil Pressure may result in Engine Stall
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V554
Manufacturer : Forest River, Inc.
Make / Model Years : FOREST RIVER / 2012-2013
Subject : Trailer Tire May Contact the Floor
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V557
Manufacturer : Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Make / Model Years : TOYOTA / 2013-2014
Subject : Valve Springs may Fail Resulting in Engine Stall
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V558
Manufacturer : Jayco, Inc.
Make / Model Years : JAYCO / 2011
Subject : Roof Support may giveway allowing Collapse
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V559
Manufacturer : Starcraft RV, Inc.
Make / Model Years : STARCRAFT / 2013
Subject : Roof Support may giveway allowing Collapse
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V561
Manufacturer : PROLine Products LLC
Make / Model Years : PROLINE / 2010-2013
Subject : Auxiliary Battery May Short
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V564
Manufacturer : BMW of North America, LLC
Make / Model Years : BMW / 2006-2007
Subject : Front Seat Occupant Protection Mat
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V568
Manufacturer : Volkswagen of America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : VOLKSWAGEN / 2013-2014
Subject : Gearbox Control Module Corrosion
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V569
Manufacturer : Volkswagen of America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : VOLKSWAGEN / 2009-2011
Subject : Partial Loss of Exterior Lights
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V571
Manufacturer : Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Make / Model Years : ACURA / 2014
Subject : Drive Shaft May Detach
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V572
Manufacturer : Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SUZUKI / 2013
Subject : Torque Converter Bolts may Loosen causing Stall
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V573
Manufacturer : PACCAR Incorporated
Make / Model Years : KENWORTH / 2007-2014
Subject : Brake Application and Release Timing/FMVSS 121
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V575
Manufacturer : Space Craft Mfg., Inc.
Make / Model Years : SPACE CRAFT / 2006-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V578
Manufacturer : Mirage Enterprises, Inc.
Make / Model Years : MIRAGE / 2006-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V586
Manufacturer : Carry-On Trailer Corp.
Make / Model Years : CARRY-ON / 2006-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V588
Manufacturer : Nissan North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : INFINITI / 2014
Subject : Software may Disable Steering in Cold Temperatures

12/11/13

How the Work Truck Works! - Landscapers



I am always interested in learning about how work trucks are used and here’s one I found in my neighborhood. This is a Landscape Company working on the grounds at a local bank. The truck chassis is an Isuzu MPR, the body is a high-sided dump style with barn doors made from lightweight aluminum. The truck hauls an enclosed trailer. The body is outfitted with a tarp and note the 3 feet or so of sloped "Wind Deflector' and matching style side. This design should allow for carrying wood chips, tree branches, leaves and  palm fronds and debris without  loosing the load and creating a traffic hazard.



In speaking with the foreman for the company, this unit is about one year old. It has been a great truck for their use. The body has withstood daily use without showing much sign of wear and tear. They use the trailer for carrying equipment and tools. The rear door of the trailer is a fold down ramp enabling low, easy egress of their equipment and access to their tools. When up in the closed position and locked, it protects the equipment from being stolen.



Interesting that they park the truck/trailer in a “jackknifed position”!  This allows them to open one of the barn doors so that they can access the plants and bushes without disconnecting the trailer. An option would be if the body was furnished with a side-opening door or gate. The body could then be accessed from the side.

Steve Taylor

12/09/13

NHTSA Recall Notice 12.9.13

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.

NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V600
Manufacturer : Haulmark Industries, Inc.
Make / Model Years : HAULMARK / 2006-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V599
Manufacturer : Wells Industries, Inc.
Make / Model Years : WELLS CARGO / 2006-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V565
Manufacturer : Sutphen Corporation
Make / Model Years : SUTPHEN / 2000-2012
Subject : Aerial Fire Ladder May Retract
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V563
Manufacturer : Exiss Aluminum Trailers, Inc.
Make / Model Years : EXISS / 2006-2013
SOONER / 2006-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V560
Manufacturer : Terex Advance
Make / Model Years : TEREX ADVANCE / 2013
Subject : Possible Front Axle Separation
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V555
Manufacturer : Chrysler Group LLC
Make / Model Years : DODGE / 2013
Subject : Side Air Bags may Deploy Improperly
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V549
Manufacturer : BMW of North America, LLC
Make / Model Years : BMW / 2007-2009
Subject : Rear Wheel Bearing Wear
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V542
Manufacturer : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Make / Model Years : MERCEDES BENZ / 2013
Subject : Occupant Classification System (OCS)/Side Air Bag
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V541
Manufacturer : McLaren Automotive Incorporated
Make / Model Years : MCLAREN / 2012-2014
Subject : Windshield Wiper Motor may not Function
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V540
Manufacturer : Forest River, Inc.
Make / Model Years : CHEROKEE / 2008-2011
FLAGSTAFF / 2008-2011
ROCKWOOD / 2008-2011
SALEM / 2008-2011
SURVEYOR / 2008-2011
Subject : Certification Labels list Incorrect Tire Pressure
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V533
Manufacturer : Trailex, Inc.
Make / Model Years : TRAILEX / 2006-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V530
Manufacturer : Setra of North America
Make / Model Years : SETRA / 2007-2013
Subject : Battery Equalizers or DC-DC Converters:Fire Risk
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V526
Manufacturer : BMW of North America, LLC
Make / Model Years : BMW / 2012
Subject : Incorrect Throttle Signal may cause Engine Stall
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V525
Manufacturer : Pierce Manufacturing
Make / Model Years : PIERCE / 2000-2010
Subject : Cab Tilt Cylinder Mounts
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V518
Manufacturer : Pierce Manufacturing
Make / Model Years : PIERCE / 2009-2013
Subject : Trailer Turn Signals may not Function
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V517
Manufacturer : Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Make / Model Years : H-D / 2014
Subject : Clutch may not Disengage/Incorrect Clutch Plate
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V515
Manufacturer : Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Make / Model Years : H-D / 2014
Subject : The Clutch may not Disengage
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V503
Manufacturer : Altec Industries Inc.
Make / Model Years : ALTEC / 2008-2010
Subject : Bracket attaching the axle may break

12/02/13

NHTSA Recall Notice 12.2.13

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.

NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V584
Manufacturer : Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years : FORD / 2013
Subject : Engine Compartment Fuel Line May Leak
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V583
Manufacturer : Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years : FORD / 2013
Subject : Engine Overheating may result in Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V547
Manufacturer : Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America
Make / Model Years : ISUZU / 2003-2004
Subject : Rear Suspension Corrosion
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V525
Manufacturer : Pierce Manufacturing
Make / Model Years : PIERCE / 2000-2010
Subject : Cab Tilt Cylinder Trunnions
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V522
Manufacturer : RC Trailers Inc.
Make / Model Years : MTI / 2006-2013
RC / 2006-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V521
Manufacturer : Nissan North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : NISSAN / 2013
Subject : Battery Terminal Fuse May Blow causing Stall
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V516
Manufacturer : Entegra Coach
Make / Model Years : ENTEGRA / 2010-2014
Subject : Exterior Freezer Power Cables may Short
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V514
Manufacturer : Jayco, Inc.
Make / Model Years : JAYCO / 2014
Subject : Water Heater Wiring may cause Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V512
Manufacturer : Navistar, Inc.
Make / Model Years : WORKHORSE / 2012
Subject : No Warning for Low Brake Fluid Level
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V511
Manufacturer : Gulf Stream Coach, Inc.
Make / Model Years : GULF STREAM / 2007-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V508
Manufacturer : Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.
Make / Model Years : BIG TEX / 2013-2014
Subject : Ramp Gate Latch Failure

11/26/13

NHTSA Recalls 11.25.13

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.

NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V567
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2014
Subject : Windshield Defrost Inoperative/FMVSS 103
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V566
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2013
Subject : Power Seat Wiring Harness may Chafe and Short
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V556
Manufacturer : Hyundai-Kia America Technical Center Inc
Make / Model Years : HYUNDAI / 2007-2008
Subject : Front Lower Control Arm Corrosion
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V550
Manufacturer : Kia Motors Corporation
Make / Model Years : KIA / 2006-2012
Subject : Front Lower Control Arm Corrosion
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V535
Manufacturer : Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years : FORD / 2011-2012
Subject : Ambulance Engine Stall
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V523
Manufacturer : Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years : FORD / 2012-2014
Subject : Sudden Loss of Motive Power
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V510
Manufacturer : Northwood Manufacturing, Inc.
Make / Model Years : ARCTIC FOX / 2007-2014
DESERT FOX / 2007-2014
FOX CREEK / 2011-2012
FOX MOUNTAIN / 2011-2014
NASH / 2007-2014
SNOW RIVER / 2011-2014
WOLF CREEK / 2011-2014
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V509
Manufacturer : Outdoors RV Manufacturing
Make / Model Years : BACK COUNTRY / 2010-2014
BLACK ROCK / 2014
BLACK STONE / 2012-2014
TAMARACK TRAILS / 2010-2012
TIMBER RIDGE / 2010-2014
WIND RIVER / 2010-2014
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V507
Manufacturer : IRBIT MOTORWORKS OF AMERICA
Make / Model Years : URAL / 2012
Subject : Aluminum Rim may Crack and/or Break
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V506
Manufacturer : Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : PORSCHE / 2013-2014
Subject : Gas Guage Calibration
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V505
Manufacturer : Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Make / Model Years : TOYOTA / 2013-2014
Subject : Wiper Switch May Fail/FMVSS 104
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V502
Manufacturer : Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : PORSCHE / 2014
Subject : Deactivation of Passenger Frontal Air Bags
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V501
Manufacturer : Cheetah Chassis Corporation
Make / Model Years : CHEETAH / 2010-2014
Subject : Weld Fracture at Locating Pins
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V499
Manufacturer : Neo Manufacturing Inc. LLC
Make / Model Years : NEO TRAILERS / 2010-2011
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V498
Manufacturer : Motor Coach Industries
Make / Model Years : MCI / 2000-2012
Subject : Battery Equalizers-Possible Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V497
Manufacturer : Fontaine Modification
Make / Model Years : VOLVO / 2011-2013
Subject : Heat from Exhaust Diffuser may result in Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V494
Manufacturer : Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC
Make / Model Years : TOYOTA / 2012-2013
Subject : Spare Wheel Lug Nuts

11/23/13

Thinking It Might Be Time for a New Truck?



Fear Not, Technology Has Once Again Overcome The Problem

As I am sure you are aware, truck manufacturers have had a long and difficult struggle 
providing reliable trucks, while at the same time needing to comply with increasingly stringent emissions standards.  Under the 2007 Standard, particular difficulties occurred in short haul trucks as well as any truck that was forced to spend a lot of time idling.  


Meeting the 2010 Standard required exhaust reduction technology be improved to an even greater degree.

A popular approach has been the use of Urea, commonly known as DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid), combined with the technology gained over a number of years of development.  This approach has reduced the need for exhaust regeneration by 90% on many systems.  Enough progress has been made that several manufacturers are now offering a 5-year extended warranty of their exhaust emission systems for as little as $400 when purchased along with an extended engine warranty.  This program wouldn't be offered so inexpensively if the manufacturers weren't sure the system was reliable.
Users have learned many tricks to minimizing problems, like being careful to avoid contamination of the Diesel Exhaust Fluid.  However, the most effective solution to reducing emission system damage is still reducing idling time to as little as possible.  Which is what Retriever owners have been enjoying since the 2006 introduction of our exclusive No Idle System™.
The No Idle System was first offered for the purpose of helping customers comply with expanding no idle truck regulations when there were no other reasonable options available.  It also offered the additional benefit of cost savings through reduced fuel usage, (about 400 gallons per year in a single shift operation).   As it turns out, the System also helps reduce the amount of emission systems maintenance required.
So, now that buying a new truck for hauling is a little less frightening, make sure you equip that truck with an accessory that provides multiple ways to improve your bottom line.  Make sure your new truck is sporting a RetrieverG4.  
       


Joe Simons 
Versatran Inc. 
426 S. Montgomery St., Unit 3 
Watertown, WI 53094 
E-Mail: joe.simons@versatraninc.com 
Office: 920-262-1800 
FAX: 920-262-1805 
Mobile: 262-366-2537 
Website: www.versatraninc.com

11/18/13

NHTSA Recall Notice 11.18.13

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.

NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V553
Manufacturer : Elite Trailers, Inc.
Make / Model Years : ELITE / 2006-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V529
Manufacturer : Chrysler Group LLC
Make / Model Years : DODGE / 2008-2012
Subject : Failure of the Left Tie Rod Assembly
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V528
Manufacturer : Chrysler Group LLC
Make / Model Years : DODGE / 2003-2008
Subject : Failure of the Left Tie Rod Assembly
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V524
Manufacturer : Turtle Top
Make / Model Years : TURTLE TOP / 2009
Subject : Electric Door Actuator May cause Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V520
Manufacturer : Glaval Bus Division
Make / Model Years : GLAVAL / 2009-2010
Subject : Electric Door Actuator May cause Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V513
Manufacturer : Outlaw Conversions
Make / Model Years : 4-STAR / 2006-2013
HART / 2006-2013
PLATINUM / 2006-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V504
Manufacturer : A-Z Bus Sales, Inc.
Make / Model Years : BLUE BIRD / 2005-2013
Subject : Flip Seat/Possible Toe or foot pinch
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V496
Manufacturer : Daimler Trucks North America
Make / Model Years : FREIGHTLINER / 2014
Subject : Emergency Vehicles may Shut Down
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V495
Manufacturer : Spartan Motors, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SPARTAN MOTORS / 2011-2013
Subject : Park Brake Cable may Rub against Brake Line
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V493
Manufacturer : Mack Trucks, Inc.
Make / Model Years : MACK / 2014
Subject : Steering Shaft May Loosen
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V492
Manufacturer : Mack Trucks, Inc.
Make / Model Years : MACK / 2013-2014
Subject : Loose Spindle Nuts may cause Hub Separation
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V490
Manufacturer : KZRV, L.P.
Make / Model Years : KZRV / 2006-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V487
Manufacturer : New Flyer Industries Ltd.
Make / Model Years : NEW FLYER / 2013
Subject : Brake Circuit Supply Lines Installation/FMVSS 121
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V482
Manufacturer : Vintage Trailers Ltd.
Make / Model Years : VINTAGE / 2007-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V479
Manufacturer : Shadow Trailers, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SHADOW / 2006-2012
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable

11/11/13

NHTSA Recall Notice - 11.11.13

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.

NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V527
Manufacturer : Chrysler Group LLC
Make / Model Years : DODGE / 2008-2012
Subject : Failure of the Left Tie Rod Assembly
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V519
Manufacturer : Play-Mor Trailers, Inc.
Make / Model Years : PLAY-MOR / 2006-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V491
Manufacturer : Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Make / Model Years : H-D / 2014
Subject : Fork Stem Bracket may cause Loss of Brake Fluid
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V489
Manufacturer : Hyundai-Kia America Technical Center Inc
Make / Model Years : HYUNDAI / 2009-2012
Subject : Brake Fluid may Corrode Brake Module
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V486
Manufacturer : Chrysler Group LLC
Make / Model Years : RAM / 2014
Subject : Random Loss of Instrument Cluster Lighting
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V483
Manufacturer : Chrysler Group LLC
Make / Model Years : JEEP / 2014
Subject : Loss of ABS/ESC & Instrument Cluster Display
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V481
Manufacturer : Spartan Motors, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SPARTAN / 2011,2013-2014
Subject : Steering Wheel may Loosen
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V480
Manufacturer : Blue Bird Body Company
Make / Model Years : BLUE BIRD / 2003-2007
Subject : Battery Equalizers-Possible Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V478
Manufacturer : Aluminum Trailer Company
Make / Model Years : ATC / 2008-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V477
Manufacturer : Charmac Trailers Inc.
Make / Model Years : CHARMAC / 2006-2007
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V476
Manufacturer : Daimler Buses North America
Make / Model Years : ORION / 2002-2010
Subject : Battery Equalizers/DC-DC Converters-Possible Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V473
Manufacturer : Stealth Enterprises, LLC
Make / Model Years : STEALTH / 2009-2014
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V472
Manufacturer : Prevost Cars, Inc.
Make / Model Years : PREVOST / 2005-2014
Subject : Cold Tire Pressure Certification Plate/Part 567
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V458
Manufacturer : Altec Industries Inc.
Make / Model Years : ALTEC / 2010-2013
Subject : PTO Pressure Switch Oil Leak may Result in Fire

11/04/13

NHTSA Recall Notice 11.4.13

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.

NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V500
Manufacturer : Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Make / Model Years : HONDA / 2007-2008
Subject : Brakes may Unexpectedly Apply
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V488
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2014
GMC / 2014
Subject : Head Restraints/FMVSS 202a
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V485
Manufacturer : New Flyer Industries Ltd.
Make / Model Years : NEW FLYER / 2004-2006
Subject : Battery Equalizers/DC-DC Converters-Possible Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V484
Manufacturer : Bentley Motors, Inc.
Make / Model Years : BENTLEY / 2007-2011
Subject : Brake Rotor attaching Screws may fail
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V474
Manufacturer : Volvo Bus Corporation
Make / Model Years : VOLVO BUS / 2013
Subject : Park Brake may not fully set
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V471
Manufacturer : Automobili Lamborghini America LLC
Make / Model Years : LAMBORGHINI / 2007-2009
Subject : Brake Rotor attaching Screws may fail
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V470
Manufacturer : Automobili Lamborghini America LLC
Make / Model Years : LAMBORGHINI / 2006-2010
Subject : Brake Rotor attaching Screws may fail
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V469
Manufacturer : Collins Bus Corporation
Make / Model Years : COLLINS / 2009-2010
Subject : Electric Door Actuator May Lead to Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V468
Manufacturer : Daimler Trucks North America
Make / Model Years : THOMAS BUILT BUSES / 2013
Subject : Floor Joints May Not Stay Joined
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V467
Manufacturer : Spartan Motors, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SPARTAN / 2011-2012
Subject : Radiator Cooling Fan Blades may Break
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V466
Manufacturer : Dressen Custom Trailers, Inc.
Make / Model Years : DRESSEN / 2006-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V465
Manufacturer : Setra of North America
Make / Model Years : SETRA / 2011-2014
Subject : Light Control Unit Short Circuit/Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V464
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2013-2014
Subject : Fuel Tank may Separate from Car
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V463
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2013-2014
Subject : Air Bag Warning Label May Detach from Sun Visor
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V462
Manufacturer : Cargo Craft, Inc.
Make / Model Years : CARGO CRAFT / 2006-2013
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V461
Manufacturer : Lakota Corporation
Make / Model Years : LAKOTA / 2013-2014
Subject : Fumes or Gases May Enter Vehicle Interior
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V460
Manufacturer : Coach and Equipment Mfg Corp.
Make / Model Years : COACH & EQUIPMENT / 2009-2010
Subject : Electric Door Actuator May Lead to Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V459
Manufacturer : New Flyer Industries Ltd.
Make / Model Years : NEW FLYER / 2012
Subject : Parts may Fall from Bicycle Rack
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V457
Manufacturer : North American Bus Industries, Inc.
Make / Model Years : BLUE BIRD / 2007-2009
NABI / 2000-2011
OPTIMA / 2000-2009
Subject : Battery Equalizers-Possible Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V456
Manufacturer : Nissan North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : NISSAN / 2014
Subject : Frontal Passenger Air Bag may not Deploy Properly
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V455
Manufacturer : NOV Rolligon
Make / Model Years : ROLLIGON / 2011-2012
Subject : Rear Trailer Suspension Missing Weld
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V454
Manufacturer : BMW of North America, LLC
Make / Model Years : BMW / 2012-2014
Subject : Loss of Brake Assist/Vacuum Pump Lubrication
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V453
Manufacturer : Spartan Motors, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SPARTAN MOTORS / 2011-2013
Subject : Front Sway Bar may Detach/Loss of Brakes
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V452
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2013-2014
Subject : Front Right Half Shaft may Fracture
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V451
Manufacturer : Nissan North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : NISSAN / 2013
Subject : Brake Master Cylinder may Reduce Braking Power
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V447
Manufacturer : AMERICAN HAULER
Make / Model Years : AMERICAN HAULER / 2006-2010
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable