Recall 10V-062: 2007 Champion EZ-Trans, 2007 General Coach EZ-Trans and 2 more
GENERAL COACH AMERICA, INC. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Feb 25, 2010, covering about 66 vehicles.
The problem
General coach is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 lo-trans, model year 2007 ez-trans and model year 2009-2010 ic-lc buses built on international 3200im chassis manufactured from july 2003 through february 2010. When the buses are used in a severe duty application, such as buses in heavy transit use, there can be overheating of the brakes.
The risk
If the overheating becomes excessive, it could result in a fire located at the brake area. A fire may result in personal injury, property damage, or death.
The fix
General coach is working with international to define the remedy for this campaign. The buses will be retrofitted with an aftermarket transmission retarder that will lower the temperatures of the braking components down into the normal operating range. This service will be performed free of charged. The recall began on may 10, 2010. Owners may contact general coach at 1-800-842-0622.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL COACH AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V062000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Champion EZ-Trans | 2007 | All years |
| General Coach EZ-Trans | 2007 | All years |
| General Coach IC-LC | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| General Coach LO-Trans | 2005, 2006 | All years |
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 10V-062?
General coach is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 lo-trans, model year 2007 ez-trans and model year 2009-2010 ic-lc buses built on international 3200im chassis manufactured from july 2003 through february 2010. When the buses are used in a severe duty application, such as buses in heavy transit use, there can be overheating of the brakes.
How is recall 10V-062 fixed?
General coach is working with international to define the remedy for this campaign. The buses will be retrofitted with an aftermarket transmission retarder that will lower the temperatures of the braking components down into the normal operating range. This service will be performed free of charged. The recall began on may 10, 2010. Owners may contact general coach at 1-800-842-0622.
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.