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