Recall 77V186000: Motor coach ind., inc.

Report received

Oct 25, 1977

Manufacturer

Motor coach ind., inc.

Potentially affected

1,182vehicles

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

The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems". The two "o" rings that are supplied along with the new shuttle valves are of a buna "v" quality. These rings are fully functional in normal climate conditions, however, in extremely cold environments, slight leaks may develop. This valve acts as a seal between the cylinder heads of the shuttle valve and the piston. In time this seal may expand or "pucker up", making it possible for the shuttle to become trapped in an emergency braking situation.

Remedy

The dealer will replace all defective "o" rings with ones having extreme cold resistance properties.