8/10/15

NHTSA Recall Notice 8.10.15

NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V448
Manufacturer : Spartan Motors, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SPARTAN / 2007-2015
Subject : Valve Stems may Rub on Brake Caliper


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V451
Manufacturer : Mazda North American Operations
Make / Model Years : MAZDA / 2007-2014
Subject : Corrosion of Front Suspension Ball Joint


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V493
Manufacturer : Forest River, Inc.
Make / Model Years : FOREST RIVER / 2015-2016
Subject : Wiring may Loosen at Inlet and Arc

8/03/15

NHTSA Recall Notice 8.3.15

The following recall may apply to one or more of your vehicles. Click on the NHTSA Campaign ID number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.
To find out if your vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool.


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V439
Manufacturer : Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Make / Model Years : HONDA / 2013-2016
Subject : Starter Relay Switch may Cause Engine Stall


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V440
Manufacturer : Wilson Trailer Company
Make / Model Years : WILSON / 2006-2015
Subject : Cracking Welds may Result in Trailer Separation


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V443
Manufacturer : Autocar, LLC
Make / Model Years : AUTOCAR / 2015-2016
Subject : Defrost Mode Door Actuator Overheating


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V446
Manufacturer : Kia Motors America
Make / Model Years : KIA / 2016
Subject : Front Passenger Seat Belt may not Latch


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V449
Manufacturer : Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Make / Model Years : TOYOTA / 2012-2014
Subject : Inverter Failure may cause Hybrid Vehicle to Stall


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V450
Manufacturer : BMW of North America, LLC
Make / Model Years : MINI / 2014-2015
Subject : Side Impact Crash Worthiness/FMVSS 214


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V452
Manufacturer : Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : AUDI / 2014-2015
Subject : Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V453
Manufacturer : Nissan North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : NISSAN / 2015
Subject : Doors May Not Fully Latch/FMVSS 206


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V464
Manufacturer : Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years : FORD / 2015-2016
LINCOLN / 2015
Subject : Parking Brake may not Fully Engage/FMVSS 135


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V467
Manufacturer : Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Make / Model Years : DODGE / 2011-2014
Subject : Inadvertent Side Air Bag Deployment




What should I do if my vehicle is included in this recall?
If your vehicle is included in this recall, it is very important that you get it fixed as soon as possible given the potential danger to you and your passengers if it is not addressed. You should receive a separate letter in the mail from the vehicle manufacturer, notifying you of the recall and explaining when the remedy will be available, whom to contact to repair your vehicle or equipment, and to remind you that the repair will be done at no charge to you. If you believe your vehicle is included in the recall, but you do not receive a letter in the mail from the vehicle manufacturer, please call NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 or contact your vehicle manufacturer or dealership.

7/27/15

NHTSA Recall Notice 7.27.15

NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V391
Manufacturer : Champion Bus, Inc.
Make / Model Years : CHAMPION / 2013-2015
Subject : Seat Belts may Rub and Fray/FMVSS 209


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V425
Manufacturer : Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Make / Model Years : THOMAS / 2001-2005
THOMAS BUILT BUSES / 2001-2013
Subject : Exterior Emergency Door Handle may Detach


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V427
Manufacturer : Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Make / Model Years : H-D / 2014-2015
Subject : Saddlebags may Separate from Motorcycle


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V429
Manufacturer : Entegra Coach
Make / Model Years : ENTEGRA / 2015
Subject : Jack Plates may Rub on Air Brake Hose


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V430
Manufacturer : Starcraft Bus
Make / Model Years : STARCRAFT / 2008-2015
Subject : Incorrect Tire Placard Information/FMVSS 110


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V431
Manufacturer : Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Make / Model Years : DODGE / 2011-2015
Subject : Engine Cover may Contact Exhaust Manifold


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V432
Manufacturer : Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Make / Model Years : THOMAS / 2001-2005
THOMAS BUILT BUSES / 2001-2013
Subject : Exterior Emergency Door Handle may Detach


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V434
Manufacturer : Allied Recreation Group, Inc.
Make / Model Years : FLEETWOOD / 2015-2016
Subject : Emergency Exit Window may not have been Installed


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V435
Manufacturer : Charles Machine Works Inc
Make / Model Years : DITCH WITCH / 2014-2015
Subject : Incorrect Wiring Harness may not Activate Brakes


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V437
Manufacturer : VT Hackney, Inc.
Make / Model Years : KIDRON / 2014-2015
Subject : Inadequate Power to Second Trailer's ABS/FMVSS 121


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V438
Manufacturer : Navistar, Inc.
Make / Model Years : INTERNATIONAL / 2013-2015
Subject : Vent Tube May Detach from Engine Breather


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V441
Manufacturer : KTM North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : KTM / 2014
Subject : Gas Tank may Leak Fuel from Threaded Inserts


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V459
Manufacturer : Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Make / Model Years : RAM / 2012-2014
Subject : Inadvertent Driver Air Bag Deployment


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V460
Manufacturer : Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Make / Model Years : RAM / 2013-2015
Subject : Inadvertent Side Air Bag Deployment


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V461
Manufacturer : Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Make / Model Years : CHRYSLER / 2015
DODGE / 2013-2015
JEEP / 2014-2015
RAM / 2013-2015
Subject : Radio Software Security Vulnerabilities




7/24/15

Supreme Armored, Inc Partners With Terrahawk, LLC



Monitor a large area with convenience. For everything from border patrol to security in populated areas, we provided a 360-degree view from an office capsule that scissor-lifts up to 20’. We can also armor it to fit your application.




Supreme Armored, Inc. a subsidiary of Supreme Industries (NYSE Amex Equities: STS) has a partnership with TerraHawk, LLC to manufacture and sell a newly designed Mobile Utility Surveillance Tower.

The TerraHawk, LLC by Supreme combines the concept of a mobile surveillance tower with the mobility provided by a two-wheel drive vehicle (four-wheel drive optional) equipped with a rapidly deployed manned/unmanned observation capsule, which can be tailored to meet customer requirements. This unit provides surveillance and deterrence capability required to address any security situation.

The TerraHawk, LLC by Supreme utilizes its own vehicle to deploy its elevated tower and capsule to an eye level height of over 25 feet. Each capsule includes the basics for personnel comfort and safety with climate controlled heating and air conditioning, fold away table for computer or other equipment. The capsule can be completely customized to meet the needs of virtually all departments of Homeland Security, local Police, Sheriff’s Departments and Security Operations for various applications. It is an ideal platform for temporary situations or security operations requiring flexibility and speed.

Supreme Armored, Inc. is excited to add this product to their current portfolio and more product details will be released in the coming months. This product will be unveiled in the fall of 2013, keep on the lookout for images, option content and the announcement of where the unveiling will take place.

For more information about Supreme Armored, Inc. visit our website at www.supremesv.com

Supreme Armored, Inc. is a nationwide manufacturer of specialized and armored products used by a variety of Local, State, Federal Government Agencies.

7/20/15

NHTSA Recall Notice 7.20.15

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



NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V400
Manufacturer : Starcraft RV
Make / Model Years : STARCRAFT / 2014-2016
Subject : Wrong Tire Size on Certification Label/Part 567


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V402
Manufacturer : Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years : FORD / 2015
Subject : Incorrect Seat Belt Label/FMVSS 209


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V403
Manufacturer : Spartan Motors, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SPARTAN / 2010-2015
Subject : Engine Cooling Fan May Crack


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V404
Manufacturer : Roadtrek Motorhomes Inc.
Make / Model Years : ROADTREK / 2014
Subject : Air Bag Electrical Plug may Disconnect


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V405
Manufacturer : Shred-Tech Corporation
Make / Model Years : SHRED-TECH / 2010-2015
Subject : Vehicles Exceed GAWR on Label/Part 567


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V409
Manufacturer : Keystone RV Company
Make / Model Years : KEYSTONE / 2013-2014
Subject : Rear Window Emergency Exit may not be Usable


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V410
Manufacturer : Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Make / Model Years : YAMAHA / 2008-2015
Subject : Stator Coil Insulation May Become Damaged


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V411
Manufacturer : Newmar Corporation
Make / Model Years : NEWMAR / 2015-2016
Subject : Rear Stay Rod Fasteners may Loosen


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V412
Manufacturer : Oshkosh Corporation
Make / Model Years : OSHKOSH / 2015
Subject : Bolts may Shear on Torque Converter


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V413
Manufacturer : Goshen Coach
Make / Model Years : GOSHEN / 2013-2015
Subject : Seat Belts may Rub and Fray/FMVSS 209


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V414
Manufacturer : Hyundai Motor America
Make / Model Years : HYUNDAI / 2015
Subject : Front Passenger Seat Belt may not Latch


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V416
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2014-2015
Subject : Radio Software Lock Up/FMVSS 208, 114


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V417
Manufacturer : Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Make / Model Years : ACURA / 2014-2015
Subject : A/C Compressor Clutch Drive Bolts may Corrode


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V418
Manufacturer : Nissan North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : NISSAN / 2013-2014
Subject : Engine Start/Stop Button may Stick


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V419
Manufacturer : Subaru of America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SUBARU / 2012
Subject : Front Passenger Air Bag may not Deploy


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V420
Manufacturer : Gillig LLC
Make / Model Years : GILLIG / 2010-2015
Subject : Electrical Power Cable may Chafe on Fuel Line


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V422
Manufacturer : Van Hool N.V.
Make / Model Years : VAN HOOL / 2014-2015
Subject : Idle Speed Set too Low


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V423
Manufacturer : Terex Advance
Make / Model Years : TEREX ADVANCE / 2015
Subject : Concrete Mixing Drum may Detach from Vehicle


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V424
Manufacturer : Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Make / Model Years : HONDA / 2016
Subject : Rear Seatbelt May Be Trapped


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V426
Manufacturer : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Make / Model Years : MERCEDES BENZ / 2014
Subject : Fuses may be Improperly Installed


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V428
Manufacturer : Prevost Cars, Inc.
Make / Model Years : PREVOST / 2015
Subject : Hub Carrier May Crack Due


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V433
Manufacturer : Ferrari North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : FERRARI / 2015
Subject : Improperly Assembled Drivers Air Bag


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V442
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2014-2015
Subject : Steering Gear Not Tightened to Specification


7/18/15

How It Works! Pack-Rat - Lifting the Loaded Container

By Steve Taylor - If you've ever wondered how these containers, used for storing and moving works, here's a video I made. The video is a little far away and obscured by trees, be patient it shows the whole process of loading the container onto the truck.


Maybe you've seen the Pack-Rat Container - they are used for 
moving household goods as well as offices, etc.


The container is lined up, the arms are extended,
the chains are attached and here's the final loading of the container on the truck.

You may find Pack-Rat  products and services at: http://www.1800packrat.com/

by Steve Taylor: Steve specializes in lean six sigma process improvement. He focuses on consulting with landscape / snow removal contractors, truck fleets, equipment distributors and manufacturers in the work truck industry. He may be contacted at steve@truckarchitect.com and his website is http://www.upstreamsource.com/

7/13/15

NHTSA Recall Notice 7.13.15

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



NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V201
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : BUICK / 2004
CHEVROLET / 2004
PONTIAC / 2004
Subject : Engine Oil Dripping On Manifold may Cause Fire


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V363
Manufacturer : Winnebago Industries, Inc
Make / Model Years : WINNEBAGO / 2014-2015
Subject : Seats may Detach From Floor in a Crash


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V369
Manufacturer : Forest River, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SHASTA / 2015
Subject : Incorrect Data on Certification Label/Part 567


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V372
Manufacturer : Braun Corporation
Make / Model Years : BRAUN / 2013-2015
Subject : Incorrect GVWR and GAWR on Labels/Part 567


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V373
Manufacturer : Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : VOLKSWAGEN / 2015
Subject : Left Rear Brake Line may be Loose


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V374
Manufacturer : New Horizons RV Corporation
Make / Model Years : NEW HORIZONS / 2013-2015
Subject : Quad Entry Step Rivet May Shear


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V375
Manufacturer : Newmar Corporation
Make / Model Years : NEWMAR / 2015
Subject : Tag Axle Suspension Hangers may Move


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V378
Manufacturer : Great Dane Trailers
Make / Model Years : GREAT DANE / 2015
Subject : Convertor Dolly Brakes may Drag


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V379
Manufacturer : Vactor Manufacturing
Make / Model Years : GUZZLER / 2014-2015
VACTOR / 2014-2015
Subject : Cabinet and Boiler may Detach from Truck


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V380
Manufacturer : Elgin Sweeper Company Inc.
Make / Model Years : ELGIN / 2009-2015
Subject : Mounting Pins may Move from Loss of Retainer Pins


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V381
Manufacturer : Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC
Make / Model Years : HEARTLAND / 2016
Subject : GAWR Missing From Certification Label/Part 567


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V383
Manufacturer : Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Make / Model Years : WESTERN STAR / 2015
Subject : Speedometer may not Display the Vehicle Speed


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V385
Manufacturer : Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
Make / Model Years : LAND ROVER / 2013-2016
Subject : Doors may Unexpectedly Unlatch when Closed


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V386
Manufacturer : Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC
Make / Model Years : LAND ROVER / 2012-2013
Subject : Panoramic Roof Assembly may Detach


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V388
Manufacturer : Spartan Motors, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SPARTAN / 2015-2016
Subject : Rear Stay Rod Fasteners may Loosen


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V389
Manufacturer : Motor Coach Industries
Make / Model Years : MCI / 2013-2015
Subject : Hub Carrier may Crack


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V390
Manufacturer : Forest River, Inc.
Make / Model Years : FOREST RIVER / 2004,2008,2010,2013,2015-2016
Subject : Wheel Attaching Studs may Break


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V393
Manufacturer : Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Make / Model Years : JEEP / 2014-2015
Subject : Water may Enter Power Liftgate Module


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V394
Manufacturer : Navistar, Inc.
Make / Model Years : IC BUS / 2010-2014
INTERNATIONAL / 2010-2014
Subject : Engine Grid Heater Power Cable may Short


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V395
Manufacturer : Entegra Coach
Make / Model Years : ENTEGRA / 2015
Subject : Rear Stay Rod Fasteners may Loosen


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V396
Manufacturer : Turtle Top
Make / Model Years : TURTLE TOP / 2006-2014
Subject : Terminal Strip Possibly Reconnected Improperly


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V397
Manufacturer : Forest River, Inc.
Make / Model Years : DYNAMAX / 2015
Subject : Head Restraint Exceeds Measurement/FMVSS 202a


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V398
Manufacturer : Altec Industries Inc.
Make / Model Years : ALTEC / 2013-2015
Subject : Rotation Bearing Fasteners may Fail


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V399
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2011-2013
PONTIAC / 2008-2009
Subject : Steel Cable that Anchors Seat Belt may Fail


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V401
Manufacturer : Cruiser RV
Make / Model Years : CRUISER RV / 2016
Subject : Wheel Attaching Studs may Break


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V408
Manufacturer : Carson Trailer, Inc
Make / Model Years : CARSON / 2009-2012
Subject : Interior Side Door Lock May Become Inoperable


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V415
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : BUICK / 2008-2012
CHEVROLET / 2009-2012
GMC / 2007-2012
SATURN / 2007-2010
Subject : Liftgate Struts may Fail and Liftgate may Fall


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V421
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : HUMMER / 2006-2010
Subject : Blower Motor Connector may Overheat


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V436
Manufacturer : Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years : FORD / 2015
Subject : Engine may Continue to Run/FMVSS 114


NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 15V444
Manufacturer : Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Make / Model Years : DODGE / 2008-2010
Subject : Driver Side Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture