Investigation PE01010: Vehicles

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Apr 13, 2001

Closed

Oct 17, 2001

Model years

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Subject

Brake shoe slack adjuster

Component: Service brakes, hydraulic

Summary

Alleged that the automatic brake adjuster operating arm bracket allegedly fractures.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.