Recall 78V-129: 1975–1978 Crown Crown
CROWN COACH CORPORATION recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Jun 8, 1978, covering about 900 vehicles.
The problem
The brake shoe welds on the rear brake assemblies where the brake shoe web joins the brake shoe table could fail. Continued usage of the brake shoe assembly with a broken weld induces a lessening of brake effect and could result in complete loss of braking on the side of the axle where the failure occurred.
The fix
The dealer will replace the existing brake shoe assembly with a new one which will include new linings and a reinforcement weld at each end of the web to table location.
Notes
Vehicle description: school buses equipped with 16.5x10 brake shoes.system: service brakes; brake shoe assembly.consequences of defect: loss of braking capability could result in a vehicleaccident without prior warning.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CROWN COACH CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Drum › Shoes/Linings |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 78V129000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Crown Crown | 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 | 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 78V-129?
The brake shoe welds on the rear brake assemblies where the brake shoe web joins the brake shoe table could fail. Continued usage of the brake shoe assembly with a broken weld induces a lessening of brake effect and could result in complete loss of braking on the side of the axle where the failure occurred.
How is recall 78V-129 fixed?
The dealer will replace the existing brake shoe assembly with a new one which will include new linings and a reinforcement weld at each end of the web to table location.
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.