Recall 79V-096: 1979 Eagle International 05
EAGLE INTERNATIONAL, INC. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Apr 5, 1979, covering about 455 vehicles.
The problem
The involved vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems". The vehicles were equipped with 12 square inch brake chambers instead of the required 16 square inch brake chambers. Under test conditions 12 square inch brake chambers will not provide adequate braking power or recovery.
The fix
Dealer will replace brake chambers with chambers of the correct size, without charge to owners.
Notes
Vehicle description: buses, transit.system: service brakes; air brakes.consequences of defect: this condition will increase vehicle stopping distance,which would result in an accident in a situation which requires a sudden stop.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | EAGLE INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Drum › Chamber |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 79V096000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Eagle International 05 | 1979 | 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 79V-096?
The involved vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems". The vehicles were equipped with 12 square inch brake chambers instead of the required 16 square inch brake chambers. Under test conditions 12 square inch brake chambers will not provide adequate braking power or recovery.
How is recall 79V-096 fixed?
Dealer will replace brake chambers with chambers of the correct size, without charge to owners.
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.