Recall 01V-274: 2000–2001 Goshen Coach Gcii Cutaway Bus
WARRICK INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Aug 28, 2001, covering about 33 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: transit cutaway buses equipped with telma brake retarder driveshaft system option on vehicles built on a ford e-450 chassis with 186" wheelbases. These vehicles can experience driveshaft failure.
The risk
If the driveshaft fails, it can break and fall away while the vehicle is in motion, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash, personel injury or death.
The fix
Goshen coach has notified all of its customers to remove the buses from services. While goshen coach is developing a permenant repair for this condition, dealers will remove the telma brake retarder and driveshaft and replace it with a standard driveshaft. Owner notification began august 28, 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 goshen coach customer service department at 219-264-7511.
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 | WARRICK INDUSTRIES, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 01V274000 |
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-274?
Vehicle description: transit cutaway buses equipped with telma brake retarder driveshaft system option on vehicles built on a ford e-450 chassis with 186" wheelbases. These vehicles can experience driveshaft failure.
How is recall 01V-274 fixed?
Goshen coach has notified all of its customers to remove the buses from services. While goshen coach is developing a permenant repair for this condition, dealers will remove the telma brake retarder and driveshaft and replace it with a standard driveshaft. Owner notification began august 28, 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 goshen coach customer service department at 219-264-7511.
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.