1991 ROAD RESCUE TYPE I Recall

Campaign:

94V045000 on 03/16/1994

Component:

Structure:body

Manufactured:

12/31/1988 - 11/30/1991

Affected:

75

Defect:

The ten(10) mounts which are used to attach the ambulance module to the modified light truck chassis can fracture due to metal fatigue.

Consequence:

Fracture of the mounts can cause vehicle handling problems which may result in an accident.

Correction:

Gusset plates will be installed on all vehicles connecting the longitudinal beams to the transverse beams. also, if inspection discloses a fractured mount, a steel reinforcement bar will be installed to further stablilize the mount. these vehicles will also be re-inspected annually by road rescue or its dealers.

Notes:

System: structure; body.vehicle description: type i ambulances.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact road rescue service center at 1-800-328-3804. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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