Vehicle recall 88V151000 · September 16, 1988

1988 Nissan Diesel UD Truck

In adding an air tractor package to the standard air over hydraulic brake system a mix of pipe fittings was made which were incompatible with the pipe threads on the vehicles air…

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Summary: In adding an air tractor package to the standard air over hydraulic brake system a mix of pipe fittings was made which were incompatible with the pipe threads on the vehicles air brake system.
Consequence: This condition could result in air leaks in the brakesystem and reduce the braking ability.
Remedy: Install correct fittings as necessary.
Notes: System: brakes/air.vehicle description: modification of ud truck, Nissan diesel america, Inc., byfontaine modification/components company.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 88V151000
Reported to NHTSA: September 16, 1988
Filed by: FONTAINE MODIFICATION CO.
Owner notification: October 5, 1988
Vehicles potentially affected: 29
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Service brakes, air › Supply › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 88V151000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Nissan Diesel UD Truck (1988): 1988

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