Vehicle recall 81V046000 · April 7, 1981
FWD Crane Carrier, FWD RB Series and 2 more models
In order to adjust brakes on certain vehicles, a more sensitive than normal procedure is required.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- In order to adjust brakes on certain vehicles, a more sensitive than normal procedure is required. Using a field service brake adjustment procedure may cause the air chamber to function improperly. This may cause an increase in vehicle stopping distance when the brakes are applied.
- Remedy
- Dealer will inspect all involved vehicles, adjust clevis and readjust brakes as necessary and in accordance with specifications.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: service brakes; brake adjustment.consequences of defect: increased stopping distances and poor brake performancecould result in an accident.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 81V046000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 7, 1981
- Filed by
- FWD CORPORATION
- Owner notification
- March 25, 1981
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 123
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance
- Components
- Service brakes, air
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
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