Recall 05V528000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Defect in 2004-2006 WHEELED COACH TYPE II
RECALL This recall affects up to 110 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 05V528000 |
| Manufacturer | WHEELED COACH INDUSTRIES |
| Vehicles Affected | 110 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
CERTAIN AMBULANCES BUILT ON FORD E350 AND CHEVROLET GMT610 VAN. FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE AMBULANCES HAVE THE INCORRECT OR MISSING TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION PLACARDS IN THE DRIVER'S DOOR JAMB. THIS INFORMATION WILL AID IN LOADING THE AMBULANCE TO AVOID EXCEEDING THE GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING.
Safety Consequence
A MISPRINTED LABEL WOULD LEAD TO IMPROPER VEHICLE LOADING SPECIFICATIONS OR TIRE INFLATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH NEW TIRE INFORMATION PLACARDS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. AT THE CUSTOMER'S OPTION, A DEALER CAN PERFORM THE INSTALLATION FOR THEM. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON NOVEMBER 29, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT WHEELED COACH AT 1-800-628-8178.
Related Recalls for WHEELED COACH
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20V284000 | 2018 WHEELED COACH TYPE I | SERVICE BRAKES | 59 | |
| 19V854000 | 2019 WHEELED COACH TYPE I | EQUIPMENT | 4 | |
| 18V602000 | 2018 WHEELED COACH TYPE III | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS | 459 | |
| 17V131000 | 2017 WHEELED COACH TYPE I | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 69 | |
| 16V718000 | 2016 WHEELED COACH TYPE III | SEATS | 39 | |
| 15V120000 | 2010 WHEELED COACH AMBULANCE-M2 CHASSIS | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 18 | |
| 14V642000 | 2015 WHEELED COACH TYPE I AMBULANCE | SUSPENSION | 29 | |
| 14V193000 | 2010 WHEELED COACH AMBULANCE-M2 CHASSIS | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 84 | |
| 11V470000 | 2007 WHEELED COACH E-350 VAN | EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 725 | |
| 03V157000 | 2003 WHEELED COACH AMBULANCE | SUSPENSION:REAR | 6 |