1997 ATHEY M8A
1997 ATHEY M8A Recall Title: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1997 ATHEY M8A Recall Date: 2001-05-18
1997 ATHEY M8A NHTSA Recall Campaign Number: 01V164000
1997 ATHEY M8A Recall Manufacturer: ELGIN SWEEPER COMPANY
1997 ATHEY M8A Recall Component(s): SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1997 ATHEY M8A Recall - Potential Number of Units Affected: 309
1997 ATHEY M8A Recall Overview: ON CERTAIN STREET SWEEPERS, THE LEFT HAND FRONT BRAKE TORQUE PLATE IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO FAILURE.
Just What Is a Car Recall? Car Safety Recall Definition - A safety recall is an automotive manufacturer's way of notifying vehicle customers that their product has a flaw. The automobile problem is serious enough that if you do not correct the flaw your and/or your passengers' safety could be at risk. Generally recalls are initiated by the US Government, but sometimes individual car manufacturers will pre-emptively initiate a recall.
Where Do I Find My VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)? Look on the lower left of your car’s windshield for your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Your VIN is also located on your car’s registration card, and it may be shown on your insurance card.
Auto Tip - How Do I Find Out If My Vehicle Has A Recall? ==> An easy way to determine if you have an active car recall is to just enter your VIN number at the top of this page and CarFax will report if there are any issues at all with your vehicle. The CarFax Report image looks like this:
1997 ATHEY M8A Recall Notes: ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).