Recall 05V218000: Crane carrier company

Report received

May 13, 2005

Manufacturer

Crane carrier company

Potentially affected

131vehicles

Model years

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Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Certain mobile drill rig cab and chassis fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, 'air brake systems.' on certain vehicles built with 4 and 5 axle configuration with gross vehicle weight ratings of 80,000 to 120,000 pounds, during testing the air brake system that relates to application timing, release timing and reservoir volume did not pass the test results.

Possible consequence

The vehicle could experience reduced braking performance as a result. If this warning is not heeded, a vehicle crash could occur.

Remedy

Select fittings, hoses and one reservoir in the air brake system will be replaced. Crane carrier will supply all necessary parts and installation instructions and will reimburse the repairing facility. The recall began on may 26, 2005. Owners may contact crane at 918-832-7305.