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- ENGINE
- Problem
- Marion Body Works Inc. (Marion Body Works) is recalling one 2018 International SR525 emergency vehicle equipped with feature codes 12VXT or 12VXU. With the parking brake applied and the automatic transmission in the 'Drive' or 'Reverse' position, and when the stationary PTO switch is engaged by the operator, the engine RPM will ramp up and may overcome the parking brake's ability to hold the vehicle.
- Risk
- Unintended vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Marion Body Works will update the Engine Control Module to enable the PTO neutral interlock, free of charge. The affected vehicle is within manufacturer's control, and therefore no owner notification letter will be mailed. Owners may contact Marion's customer service at 1-715-754-5261. Marion's number for this recall is 19V-841.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
This recall covers one 2018 emergency vehicle with a specific engine and PTO configuration. When the parking brake is applied, the automatic transmission is in Drive or Reverse, and the stationary PTO switch is engaged, engine speed can rise enough to overcome the parking brake's ability to hold the vehicle.
If this happens, the vehicle can move unintentionally, which increases the risk of a crash.
The manufacturer, Marion Body Works, will update the Engine Control Module to enable a PTO neutral interlock. The repair is free. Because the vehicle is within the manufacturer's control, no owner notification letter will be mailed. Owners can contact Marion Body Works customer service at 1-715-754-5261, referencing recall number 19V-841, and can check their VIN for open recalls.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Marion Body Works International SR525 | 2018 |
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