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12/25/13
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.
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
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
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