Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: Truck Mixers. The Booster Tag Axle Has An Air Brake System Which Works Along With The Truck’S Vehicle Brake System. Nylon Air Tubing Used To Operate The Mixer Tag Axle Air Brakes Can Fail.
Make Of Vehicle
REX
Model Of Vehicle
RHK
Year
1994
Recall Campaign Number
97V086000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Failure Of The Air Brake Tubing Can Cause A Reduced Capability Of The Braking System Increasing The Risk Of A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Black, Semi-Stiff, 1/2″ Tubing With 5/8″ Black Tubing Which Bends Easily And Has A Soft Outer Jacket.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Rexworks Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19940701
End Of Manufacture
19970130
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
421
Date Owners Notified
19970602
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Rexworks Inc.
Date Report Received
19970529