Recalls › 83V076000

NHTSA recall 83V076000

Suspension › Front › Springs › Leaf spring assembly › Hanger,bracket

Superior School Bus

Reported Aug 19, 1983166 vehicles affectedSHELLER-GLOBE CORPORATIONBuilt Jun 1, 1976 – Jul 1, 1978

The defect

Bolts and rivets securing the forward spring hanger bracket to the frame could loosen and eventually break.

The remedy

Dealer will replace each fastener with a one-half inch diameter bolt and locknut. In addition, owners will be advised to have bolts checked about once every six months to ensure that they remain secure.

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Vehicles in this recall

Superior School Bus
197619771978

Notes

Vehicle description: school buses.system: suspension; hanger bracket.consequences of defect: if all four fasteners break, steering difficulty coulddevelop and result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.