Recall 01V-073: 1999–2001 Cushman 898486, 1999–2001 Cushman 898488
RANSOMES CORPORATION recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Mar 14, 2001, covering about 54 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: 3-wheel on-road police vehicles. Two valve switches located on the master cylinder that reads the brake line pressure can give faulty failure codes to the dash or not failure code at all.
The risk
A loss of brake line pressure or other brake related problems might not be noticed by the operator, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a new brake valve switch. Owner notification is expected to begin april 30, 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.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | RANSOMES CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 01V073000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 01V-073?
Vehicle description: 3-wheel on-road police vehicles. Two valve switches located on the master cylinder that reads the brake line pressure can give faulty failure codes to the dash or not failure code at all.
How is recall 01V-073 fixed?
Dealers will install a new brake valve switch. Owner notification is expected to begin april 30, 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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.