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NHTSA recall 82V129000

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National Escort

Reported Dec 16, 1982116 vehicles affectedNATIONAL MOTOR COACH CO.Built May 1, 1980 – Jun 1, 1981

The defect

Certification labels affixed to some of the involved vehicles, contain incorrect information regarding the rear gross axle weight rating. The weight rating, as stated, IS too low and the tires were not adequately inflated to sustain the correct load.

The remedy

Owner will be sent a certification label stating the correct gross axle weight rating. Tires should be inflated to 75 p.s.i. To comply with load requirements.

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Vehicles in this recall

National Escort
19801981

Notes

Vehicle description: buses.system: equipment; certification label.consequences of defect: overloading and consequent rear axle failure couldcause loss of vehicle control and an accident.