Recalls Of The Day, June 26, 2013

Today, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued one recall.  The issue is a steering problem that could lock the steering.  The NHTSA says this could cause a crash or injury.  If you are in a crash it could actually cause your death or injury or death to others.

If your vehicle is affected by this recall please have it repaired as soon as possible.        


Report Receipt Date: JUN 19, 2013
NHTSA Campaign Number: 13E034000
Component(s): EQUIPMENT , STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 801

Equipment Brand NamePart No. or Model No.Production Dates

• OHLINSSTEERING DAMPER -                                                                  

Manufacturer: Ohlins Racing AB

SUMMARY:

Ohlins Racing AB (Ohlins) is recalling certain steering dampers manufactured with an incorrectly machined bracket. These dampers were sold for use as aftermarket equipment on BMW S1000RR motorcycles. The affected brackets may crack.

CONSEQUENCE:

If there is a crack in the steering bracket, as low speeds it may cause the steering to lock, leading to personal injury or a crash.

REMEDY:

Ohlins will notify the distributors and provide their customers with a new bracket. The recall is expected to begin in June 2013. Owners may contact Ohlins USA at 1-828-692-4525.

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Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236  begin_of_the_skype_highlighting    (TTY 1-800-424-9153 begin_of_the_skype_highlightingend_of_the_skype_highlighting), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Heavy Rains And Flooding In Crystal Lake, IL

The City of Crystal Lake

100 West Woodstock Street

Crystal Lake, IL 60014

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

For more information, contact:       

Victor Ramirez

815-356-3614

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 26, 2013

 

June 26, 2013 Storm Impact Update – Crystal Lake

 

The City is responding to the impact of recent heavy rains.  If residents have any issues with roadway flooding or basement backups, they should call the City’s Public Works Department at 815-356-3614.   A listing of current road closures will be displayed on our website at www.crystallake.org. 

 

Sandbags are currently available for the public at the City Hall Public Works garage in the rear garage parking lot, at 100 W. Woodstock Street.  Sandbags are provided free of charge.

 

Vehicles should not attempt to traverse standing water on any roadway, since the depth of the water could be deeper than it appears.    

 

Power Outage

As of 10:00 AM today, ComEd reports that about 140 Crystal Lake area customers are without power.  ComEd reports that there are currently crews in Crystal Lake working to restore power to the customers.  Unless additional damage occurs, ComEd reported that power should be restored by the end of the day.

If you or someone you know does not have power, or to report any electrical lines that are down, contact 1-800-Edison1 (800-334-7661).  Residents are also encouraged to periodically call ComEd to check on the status of their power outage.  ComEd will provide updates on their website at www.comed.com.

 

 

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Recall Recap For The Week Of June 17, 2013

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued it's recap of recalls for last week.

To learn more about the recalls please click on the NHTSA ID number and your browser will direct you to details of the recall.

Have a great day!

NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	13V252
Manufacturer :	Chrysler Group LLC
Make / Model Years :	JEEP / 1993-1998,2002-2007
Subject :	Post-Collision Fire after Rear Impact
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	13V251
Manufacturer :	Forest River, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	FOREST RIVER / 2014
Subject :	Battery Isolation Manager Short Circuit
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	13V250
Manufacturer :	Temsa Global Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S.
Make / Model Years :	TEMSA / 2011-2013
Subject :	Seats may come Loose
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	13V249
Manufacturer :	Tesla Motors, Inc
Make / Model Years :	TESLA / 2013
Subject :	Seat Back Mounting may Fail
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	13V247
Manufacturer :	North American Bus Industries, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	NABI / 2003-2013
Subject :	Brake Pedal Not Secured
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	13V246
Manufacturer :	Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Make / Model Years :	ACURA / 2006 HONDA / 2006-2007
Subject :	Brake Booster may have a Vacuum Leak
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	13V245
Manufacturer :	McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	BRIDGEMASTER V / 2011
Subject :	Fenders may Deatch from Concrete Mixers
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	13V244
Manufacturer :	PACCAR Incorporated
Make / Model Years :	KENWORTH / 2014
Subject :	Truck May Start While in Gear
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	13V243
Manufacturer :	PACCAR Incorporated
Make / Model Years :	KENWORTH / 2013-2014
Subject :	Misaligned Tread Plate may cause a Slip
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	13V242
Manufacturer :	Spartan Motors, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	SPARTAN / 2012-2013
Subject :	Incorrect Wheel Bearings may cause Wheel Fire

New Technology Clean Diesel Trucks With Near Zero Emissions Make Up 28% of All Trucks

2007 & Later Year Diesel Truck Technology a Success - Reducing  NOx and PM Emissions

By More Than 95%

 

            Washington, D.C. – More than 28 percent of all trucks registered in the United States – 2.5 million of 8.6 million trucks - are now equipped with advanced new technology clean diesel engines, according to new data compiled by R.L. Polk and Company for the Diesel Technology Forum (DTF).

 

            The Polk data includes registration information on Class 3-8 trucks from 2007 through 2012 in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Beginning in 2007, all heavy duty diesel trucks sold had to meet particulate emissions levels of 0.01 grams per brake horse-power hour (g/HP-hr) - a level near zero.

 

“The fact that more than 28 percent of all trucks on U.S. roads today are new technology diesel engines with near zero emissions is significant for the environment and the trucking industry,” said Allen Schaeffer, the Executive Director of the Diesel Technology Forum.  “More than 95 percent of all heavy-duty trucks are diesel-powered, as are a majority of medium-duty trucks.  Diesel power is the driving force today of goods movement by truck in our economy and they are continuing to play a central role of the United States' new effort to reduce fuel consumption and lower greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) in the coming years.

 

“These increasing penetration rates are a reflection of the confidence that truckers have in the new technology diesel engines, particularly during the last few years which have been a recessionary period with lower demand for trucking services,” Schaeffer said.

 

            Regionally, the Midwest (31%) has the highest percent of new diesel trucks, followed by the South (29.8%), the Northeast (29.1%), and the West (26.0%).

 

New Diesel Trucks by Region

Region	Total Post-2007 Clean Diesel Trucks	Percent of All Trucks	Total Trucks In Region
Midwest	740,937	31.0%	2,388,950
Northeast	353,875	29.1%	1,216,036
South	935,425	29.8%	3,134,659
West	489,615	26.0%	1,882,208
Totals	2,519,852	28.6%	8,621,853

(Source: R.L. Polk and Company for the Diesel Technology Forum)

Midwest States: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin

Northeast States: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont

South States: Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia

West States: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming

 

New Technology Diesel Engines & Fuel Have Reduced NOx By 99% & PM By 98%

“Emissions from today’s diesel trucks and buses are near zero thanks to more efficient engines, more effective emissions control technology and the nationwide availability of ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel. The new clean diesel technology has reduced emissions from heavy-duty diesel trucks and buses by 99 percent for nitrogen oxides (NOx) and 98 percent for particulate emissions.

 

“What makes the new diesel technology even more remarkable is model year 2010 and later trucks are experiencing an average of three to five percent improvement in fuel economy. Additional fuel-saving strategies are being developed to improve engine efficiency, vehicle aerodynamics and expanded application of hybrid technology.

 

“In addition, new diesel technology and ultra-low sulfur diesel are benefitting many of the older diesel trucks built before 2007.  Through the use of retrofit upgrades, older diesel engines can improve their performance and reduce key emissions by up to 90 percent,” Schaeffer said.

 

Clean Diesel Truck Growth by Year

	2007	2008	2009	2010	2011	2012
Percentage New Diesel Trucks	9.4%	13.9%	16.9%	20.1%	24.1%	28.6%
Percentage Annual Increase	--	+4.5%	+3.0%	+3.2%	+4.0%	+4.5%

                                 (Source: R.L. Polk and Company for the Diesel Technology Forum)

 

 

Texas, Indian & California Have Most New Technology Diesel Trucks . . .

Indiana, Utah & Oklahoma Have the Highest Percentage of New Diesel Trucks

 

Top 10 New Technology Diesel Trucks States by 2012 Total

1)  Texas                      286,045

2)  Indiana                    169,509

3)  California                 168,965

4)  Illinois                     115,125

5)  Pennsylvania           113,020

6)  New York                  97,073

7)  Florida                      91,672

8)  Ohio                         88,671

9)  North Carolina           72,286

10) Georgia                    71,136

 

Top 10 New Technology Diesel Trucks States by 2012 Percentage

1)  Indiana                   44.0%

2)  Utah                       43.0%

3)  Oklahoma               37.0%

4)  Wyoming                36.9%

5)  Texas                     36.6%

6)  Nebraska                34.0%

7)  Louisiana                33.1%

8)  Maryland                 32.9%

9)  Pennsylvania           32.8%

10) Montana                32.7%

 

Diesel Is the Overwhelming Power Source for the U.S. and International Economies

“Diesel power moves more than 82 percent of all cargo in the U.S. and over 90 percent worldwide,” Schaeffer said.  “Diesel is the world's most efficient internal combustion engine. It provides more power and more fuel efficiency than alternatives such as gasoline, compressed natural gas or liquefied natural gas.

 

“Diesel also provides a unique technology platform suitable for expanded use of hybrid powertrains and lower-carbon renewable fuels - both strategies for reducing GHG emissions in the future.”

 

ABOUT THE DIESEL TECHNOLOGY FORUM

The Diesel Technology Forum is a non-profit national organization dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of diesel engines, fuel and technology. Forum members are leaders in clean diesel technology and represent the three key elements of the modern clean-diesel system: advanced engines, vehicles and equipment, cleaner diesel fuel and emissions-control systems. For more information visit www.dieselforum.org.

Recalls Of The Day, June 21, 2013

Happy Friday everyone.  This is the first official day of Summer. 

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued two recalls.  One issue is electrical fire.  The other issue is bolts that secure seats could break in a crash. 

Have a great weekend!


Report Receipt Date: JUN 18, 2013
NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V251000
Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected: 289        

Vehicle MakeModelModel Year(s)

• FOREST RIVERFORESTER2014
• FOREST RIVERLEXINGTON2014
• FOREST RIVERSOLERA2014
• FOREST RIVERSUNSEEKER2014                                                                    

Manufacturer: Forest River, Inc.

     

SUMMARY:

Forest River, Inc. (Forest River) is recalling certain model year 2014 Sunseeker, Forester, Lexington, and Solera motorhomes manufactured between April 1, 2013, through May 21, 2013. The battery isolation manager (BIM) can develop a short circuit.

CONSEQUENCE:

A short circuit may result in smoke, melting or a fire.

REMEDY:

Forest River will notify owners and will replace the BIM. The recall is expected to begin in early July 2013. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at 1-574-206-7600. begin_of_the_skype_highlighting REE  end_of_the_skype_highli

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Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153 FREE  end_of_the_skype_highlighting), or go to www.safercar.gov.

 

 

 

Report Receipt Date: JUN 13, 2013
NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V250000
Component(s): SEATS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 256       

Vehicle MakeModelModel Year(s)

• TEMSATS302012-2013
• TEMSATS35C2011-2013                                     

Manufacturer: Temsa Global Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S.

     

SUMMARY:

Temsa Global is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 TS35C motorcoach buses manufactured November 2010 through May 2013 and 2012-2013 TS30 motorcoach buses manufactured November 2011 through April 2013 and equipped with 3-point seat belts. The bolts used for the installation of the seat were tighted over their torque specification which may cause the bolts to fail.

CONSEQUENCE:

In the event of a crash, the bolts may break, failing to properly anchor the seat, increasing the risk of injury.

REMEDY:

Temsa Global will notify owners and dealers will replace the existing bolts with new ones. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Temsa Global at 1-877-858-3672 begin_of_the_skype_highlightingend_of_the_skype_highlighting.

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Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153end_of_the_skype_highlighting), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recalls Of The Day, June 19, 2013.

Recalls issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration address safety related issues.  They encompass concerns over safety that can cause personal injury, property damage or even death. 

Many individuals believe that manufacture technical service bulletins are recalls.  They are not although a manufacture often alerts dealerships vehicles are under a recall through technical bulletin communications.  Most of the time technical service bulletins communicate training updates, new dealership warranty procedures, updates for emission related repairs, updates is repair and service and much more.

Today's recalls address a seat that may come loose in a collision.  Another issue is fenders falling off a concrete mixer.  Lastly, a driver may not be able to stop a vehicle when applying the brake pedal. 



Report Receipt Date: JUN 14, 2013
NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V249000
Component(s): SEATS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,228         

Vehicle MakeModelModel Year(s)

• TESLAMODEL S2013                                        

Manufacturer: Tesla Motors, Inc

     

SUMMARY:

Tesla Motors, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain model year 2013 Model S electric vehicles manufactured May 10, 2013, through June 8, 2013. An improper method for aligning the left hand seat back striker to the bracket may have weakened the weld between the bracket and the frame of the vehicle.

CONSEQUENCE:

In the event of a crash, the left hand seat back may not stay mounted, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.

REMEDY:

Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla Service Centers will inspect the left hand second row strikers. Tesla will add additional mounting hardware to ensure a proper joint between the bracket and the frame, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Tesla at 1-650-681-5000 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREEend_of_the_skype_highlighting.

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Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (TTY 1-800-424-9153 begin_of_the_skype_highlightin end_of_the_skype_highlighting), or go to www.safercar.gov.

 

Report Receipt Date: JUN 13, 2013
NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V247000
Component(s): SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Potential Number of Units Affected: 515        

Vehicle MakeModelModel Year(s)

• NABI40CLFW2013
• NABI45CLFW2003-2013                                   

Manufacturer: North American Bus Industries, Inc.

SUMMARY:

North American Bus Industries, Inc. (NABI) is recalling certain model year 2003-2013 45CLFW and 2013 40CLFW transit buses manufactured November 1, 2008, through June 7, 2013. The air brake pedal mounting may become loose during application of the brake pedal.

CONSEQUENCE:

If the brake pedal comes loose during use, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes as expected and required, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:

NABI will notify owners and inspect and repair the buses, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in June 2013. Owners may contact NABI at 1-256-831-4296 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting REend_of_the_skype_highlighting. NABI's recall number is 20134.

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Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting E end_of_the_skype_highlighting (TTY 1-800-424-9153 egin_of_the_skype_highlighting Eend_of_the_skype_highlighting), or go to www.safercar.gov.    

 

 

Report Receipt Date: JUN 12, 2013
NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V245000
Component(s): STRUCTURE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 978   

Vehicle MakeModelModel Year(s)

• BRIDGEMASTER VCONCRETE MIXER2011                            

Manufacturer: McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc.

     

SUMMARY:

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. (McNeilus) is recalling certain Bridgemaster V Concrete Mixers equipped with Hendrickson trailer axles using a square axle cross tube, produced between September 9, 2011 and May 8, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the fender may be insufficiently tightened to the trailing axle and the fender mounting bracket can crack and fail potentially resulting in the fender and/or fender tube detaching from the axle.

CONSEQUENCE:

If components of the fender detach from the vehicle, it may create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:

McNeilus will notify owners, and service facilities will replace the fender brackets and new mounting hardware, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 1, 2013. Owners may contact McNeilus at 1-888-686-7278 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREE endor by email at mtmrefuseservice@mcneilusco.com. McNeilus's recall number is 41-0967369.

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Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 begin_of_the_skype_highlighti FREE  end_of_the_s(TTY 1-800-424-9153 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting  FREE end_of_the_skype_highlighting), or go to www.safercar.gov.

4.3L EcoTec3 V-6 Offers Best-in-Class Capability

New engine gives Silverado and Sierra unsurpassed city fuel economy                   

DETROIT – The all-new 4.3L EcoTec3 V-6 powering the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra will be the most capable standard V-6 in any full-size pickup truck – leading the segment in city fuel economy and helping customers save money through a host of fuel-saving technologies.

EcoTec3 engine technology matches Ram HFE’s 18 mpg city, while 4x4 Silverado and Sierra models achieve 17 mpg city, the best of any full-size pickup. EPA highway estimates are highly competitive: 22 mpg for 4x4 versions, and 24 mpg for 2WD models.

The 4.3L V-6 also help Silverado and Sierra will offer the highest-available payload rating of 2,108 pounds and the highest available towing rating of 7,200 pounds.

Copyright General Motors

Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world's largest car brands, doing business in more than 140 countries and selling more than 4.5 million cars and trucks a year.  Chevrolet provides customers with fuel-efficient vehicles that feature spirited performance, expressive design, and high quality. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at www.chevrolet.com.

GMC has manufactured trucks since 1902, and is one of the industry's healthiest brands. Innovation and engineering excellence is built into all GMC vehicles and the brand is evolving to offer more fuel-efficient trucks and crossovers, including the Terrain small SUV and Acadia crossover.  GMC is the only manufacturer to offer three full-size hybrid trucks with the Yukon, Yukon Denali SUVs and the Sierra pickup. The Sierra Heavy Duty pickups are the most capable and powerful trucks in the market. Details on all GMC models are available at http://www.gmc.com/, on Twitter at @thisisgmc or at http://www.facebook.com/gmc.

Recalls Of The Day, June 18, 2013

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced six new recalls.  One recall was issued for brake problems that may lead to increased stopping distance.  Another recall addresses the possibility of starting an engine while the transmission is engaged.  Yet another issue is the lack of slip resistant material on a step which could cause an individual to fall.  Fire due to trouble in a bearing is another issue.  A backrest could fall off a vehicle causing a road hazard and the vehicle operator could fall onto the road, too.  Lastly, a fault in a battery pack could cause an electric vehicle to stall.  All of these issues might cause personal injury or worse.

If your vehicle is affected please have the impairments repaired as soon as possible.


Report Receipt Date: JUN 13, 2013
NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V246000
Component(s): SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Potential Number of Units Affected: 18,352           

Vehicle MakeModelModel Year(s)

• ACURARSX2006
• HONDAS20002006-2007                                      

Manufacturer: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)

     

SUMMARY:

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2006 Acura RSX vehicles manufactured January 18, 2006, through August 12, 2006; and model year 2006-2007 Honda S2000 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2006, through November 13, 2006. The brake booster may be unable to maintain a vacuum when the brake pedal is depressed, decreasing brake assist.

CONSEQUENCE:

With reduced braking assistance, the vehicle may require additional brake pedal force to prevent a lengthened stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:

Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster assembly. If necessary, the dealers will replace the booster assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 12, 2013. Owners may contact Honda at 1-310-783-2000,gin_of_the_skype_highlighting FREend_of_the_skype_highlightiHonda's recall number is JA4. Acura's recall number is JA5.

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Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236n_of_the_skype_highlightingFREE  end_of_the_skype_highlighti(TTY 1-800-424-9153 FREE end_of_the_skype_highlighting), or go to www.safercar.gov.

 

 

Report Receipt Date: JUN 11, 2013
NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V244000
Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM , POWER TRAIN
Potential Number of Units Affected: 4         

Vehicle MakeModelModel Year(s)

• KENWORTHT4702014
• KENWORTHT8002014                                       

Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated

     

SUMMARY:

PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T470 and T800 trucks manufactured January 1, 2013, through January 22, 2013. A parameter in the Electronic Service Analysis (ESA) tool was mistakenly switched to disable the start-in-gear protection feature. Because of this, the vehicles may be started when the automatic transmission is in gear.

CONSEQUENCE:

If the vehicle is started while it is in gear, it may move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:

PACCAR will notify owners and dealers will correct the ESA parameter, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by mid July 2013. PACCAR's recall number is 13KWH. Owners may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400.begin_of_the_skype_highlighting00EEend_of_the_skype_highlighting00000

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Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236egin_of_the_skype_highlighting REEend_of_the_skype_higghti(TTY 1-800-424-9153 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting REE end_of_the_skype_highlighting), or go to www.safercar.gov.        

 

 

Report Receipt Date: JUN 10, 2013
NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V243000
Component(s): EQUIPMENT
Potential Number of Units Affected: 19        

Vehicle MakeModelModel Year(s)

• KENWORTHT4402013-2014                                  

Manufacturer: PACCAR Incorporated

     

SUMMARY:

PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 T440 trucks manufactured July 19, 2012, through March 20, 2013. The tread plate is installed on the entry steps such that it does not align with the cab door opening. As such, it leaves a section of the step without sufficient slip prevention.

CONSEQUENCE:

The absence of a slip-resistant surface could cause a person to slip and become injured while climbing into or out of the cab.

REMEDY:

PACCAR will notify owners and dealers will install a new step assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by mid July 2013. PACCAR's recall number is 13KWG. Owners may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400 begin_of_the_skype_highlightingE end_of_the_skype_highlighting.

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Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 begin_of_the_skype_highlightEE  end_of_the_skype_highlightin(TTY 1-800-424-9153EE  end_of_the_skype_highlighting), or go to www.safercar.gov.             

 

 

Report Receipt Date: JUN 10, 2013
NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V242000
Component(s): SUSPENSION
Potential Number of Units Affected:         

Vehicle MakeModelModel Year(s)

• SPARTANK22012-2013
• SPARTANK32012-2013
• SPARTANMM2012-2013                            

Manufacturer: Spartan Motors, Inc.

SUMMARY:

Spartan Motors, Inc. (Spartan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 K2, K3, and MM motor homes manufactured March 2, 2012, through July 30, 2012 and equipped with a 1660 independent front suspension supplied by Reyco Granning. The motor homes may have incorrect wheel bearings installed in the front suspension.

CONSEQUENCE:

Incorrect wheel bearings may cause the vehicle to pull to one side and with continued use, there is a risk of a fire starting at the wheel.

REMEDY:

Spartan will notify owners and dealers will inspect the bearings and replace them, as needed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by the end of June 2013. Owners may contact Spartan at 1-517-543-6400 begin_of_the_skype_highlE end_of_the_skype_highlighting. Spartan's campaign number is 13-009.

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Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236  end_of_the_skype_highlightin(TTY 1-800-424-9153REE end_of_the_skype_highlighting), or go to www.safercar.gov.                    

 

 

Report Receipt Date: JUN 07, 2013
NHTSA Campaign Number: 13E033000
Component(s): SEATS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 386

• KURYAKYN1660 BACKREST (CHROME) 03/01/2012 - 05/31/2013
• KURYAKYN1661 BACKREST-BLACK/CHROM 08/01/2012 - 05/31/2013              

Manufacturer: Kuryakyn Holdings, LLC

     

SUMMARY:

Kuryakyn Holdings, LLC (Kuryakyn) is recalling certain model 1660 (chrome finish) motorcycle backrests manufactured from March 2012 to May 2013; and model 1661 (black and chrome finish) motorcycle backrests manufactured from August 2012 to May 2013. The backrest pivot screws may come loose and cause the backrest to separate from the motorcycle.

CONSEQUENCE:

If the backrest separates while the motorcycle is in motion it could cause the rider to lose control and possibly fall off, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, the separated backrest may be a road hazard.

REMEDY:

Kuryakyn will notify customers and instruct them to visit their nearest motorcycle dealer to have replacement screws installed. The service will be done at no cost to the owner. The recall is expected to begin by the end of June 2013. Owners may contact Kuryakyn at 1-866-296-4728 begin_of_the_skype_highlightingE end_of_the_skype_highlighting.

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Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 begin_of_the_skype_highlightinREE  end_of_the_skype_highlighting(TTY 1-800-424-9153 begin_of_the_skype_higREE end_of_the_skype_highlighting), or go to www.safercar.gov.

 

 

Report Receipt Date: JUN 07, 2013
NHTSA Campaign Number: 13E031000
Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM , EQUIPMENT
Potential Number of Units Affected: 2

• MITSUBISHILITHIUM-ION BATTERY 12/18/2012 - 12/21/2012                                   

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

     

SUMMARY:

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain replacement lithium-ion batteries installed on certain 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vehicles. The batteries were manufactured December 18, 2012, through December 21, 2012. The batteries may have internal contamination possibly causing reduced voltage. Also, the batteries may also develop a short-circuit during charging.

CONSEQUENCE:

Internal contamination of the battery may cause reduced voltage resulting in a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:

Mitsubishi will notify the owners instructing them to take their vehicle to a dealer where the batteries will be replaced free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0307REE end_of_the_skype_highlighting. Mitsubishi's recall number is SR-13-006.

NOTES:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 begin_of_the_skype_highlightiEE  end_of_the_skype_highlightin(TTY 1-800-424-9153EE end_of_the_skype_highlighting), or go to www.safercar.gov.