Supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsRecall 85V-150 · 1979–1985 Oshkosh F Series
OSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATION recall 85V-150 covers 58 1979–1985 Oshkosh F Series for a supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings problem, reported to NHTSA on November 19, 1985.
Source: NHTSA recall 85V150000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
THE AIR SYSTEM SERVICE RELAY SUPPLY LINE ON THE #2 AXLE IS INCORRECTLY INSTALLED INTO THE FRONT AIR SYSTEM RESERVOIR. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IF FRONT SERVICE BRAKES WERE TO FAIL, THE SECONDARY, OR EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM FOR THE #2 AXLE, WOULD NOT WORK. THIS WOULD LEAD TO A COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKING CAPABILITY WHICH MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. CORRECTIVE ACTION. REINSTALL THE AIR HOSES INTO THE REAR AIR SYSTEM RESERVOIR.
The fix
The remedy has not been described yet.
SYSTEM: BRAKES, EMERGENCY AIR. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY-DUTY F SERIES TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A 72 INCH REARWALKING BEAM SUSPENSION.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.