Recall 01V-361: 1997–1999 General Coach ELF, 1997–1999 General Coach Lotran
GENERAL COACH AMERICA, INC. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Nov 28, 2001, covering about 128 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: transit coaches. The trailing arm shaft on the rear axle could shear off at a location between the inside bearing and the axle tube. This defect does not arise until the mileage on the subject vehicle is in excess of 60,000 miles. In addition, the defect appears to arise only in the event that the driver of the vehicle hits a curb or other object with the rear passenger side wheel. When the defect occurs, the trailing arm and the mechanisms attached to it, including but not limited to the wheel, lodge upward into the wheel well of the vehicle and stop the rotation of the tire.
The risk
In turn, the dislodged wheel breaks the hydraulic brake line and the air supply line to the parking brake and the rear air suspension, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the rear axle of the vehicle. Owner notification began december 6, 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 general coach at 1-800-842-0622.
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 | GENERAL COACH AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Suspension › Rear |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 01V361000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| General Coach ELF | 1997, 1998, 1999 | All years |
| General Coach Lotran | 1997, 1998, 1999 | 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 01V-361?
Vehicle description: transit coaches. The trailing arm shaft on the rear axle could shear off at a location between the inside bearing and the axle tube. This defect does not arise until the mileage on the subject vehicle is in excess of 60,000 miles. In addition, the defect appears to arise only in the event that the driver of the vehicle hits a curb or other object with the rear passenger side wheel. When the defect occurs, the trailing arm and the mechanisms attached to it, including but not limited to the wheel, lodge upward into the wheel well of the vehicle and stop the rotation of the tire.
How is recall 01V-361 fixed?
Dealers will replace the rear axle of the vehicle. Owner notification began december 6, 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 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.