Unknown or otherRecall 81V-005 · 1980 National Foam Systems National Foam Systems
PHILADELPHIA SUBURBAN CO. recall 81V-005 covers 40 1980 National Foam Systems National Foam Systems for a unknown or other problem, reported to NHTSA on December 5, 1981.
Source: NHTSA recall 81V005000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
INCORRECT BOLTS MAY HAVE BEEN USED TO SECURE THE DRIVE-LINE FLANGES TO THE FRONT AND REAR PUMP FLANGES. UNDER HIGH TORQUE LOAD, THE DRIVE LINE COULD SEPARATE.
The fix
BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED WITH SAE GRADE 8 BOLTS WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNERS.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FIRE-FIGHTING VEHICLES WITH MIDSHIP MOUNTED WATER PUMPS.SYSTEM: EQUIPMENT; WATER PUMP.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: SEPARATION OF THE DRIVE SHAFT MAY RESULT IN LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, AND AN ACCIDENT.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 1, 1980 to October 1, 1980. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.