NHTSA recall 01V017000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Cushman 898474D and 1 more
Reported Feb 2, 2001518 vehicles affectedRANSOMES CORPORATIONBuilt Apr 1, 1997 – Jan 25, 2001
The defect
Vehicle description: 3-wheel on-road vehicles. during operation over rough surfaces, the side to side movement of the muffler could allow it to rub on the brake line.
The risk
This contact could cause the line to leak resulting in brake system failure.
The remedy
Dealers will reposition the muffler and replace the brake line. owner notification began april 1, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ransomes/cushman at 1-402-474-8568.