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Thomas Saf-T-Liner Recall 88V075: Service Brakes, Air:Controls:Foot Control/Valve

NHTSA campaign 88V075, reported May 2, 1988, 7 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 88V075THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CONTROLS:FOOT CONTROL/VALVE
Problem
A PRESSURE PROTECTION VALVE WAS OMITTED IN FRONT AIR BRAKE PLUMBING THAT IS REQUIRED BY FMVSS 121.
Risk
IF A LEAK DEVELOPS IN THE AIR BRAKE PLUMBING, AIR INFRONT BRAKES WOULD NOT BE PROTECTED.
Remedy
INSTALL PRESSURE PROTECTION VALVE.
Notes
SYSTEM: FRONT AIR BRAKES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: BUSES AND SCHOOL BUSES.

Affected vehicles

Thomas Saf-T-Liner1988
Thomas Transit Liner1988