Recall 80V-079: 1974–1978 Monon Monon Parking Brake Recall

NHTSA number

80V-079

Report date

Jun 24, 1980

Vehicles affected

9,970

Owners notified

Jun 11, 1980

The problem

A resilient washer may drop out, causing the bolting attachment of the air reservoir to the frame to become loose. Due to vibration, the bolt could eventually wear through, allowing the reservoir to drop down on either end. This condition could eventually cause one of several air lines to wear through or sever.

The fix

Dealer will install the needed bolts, nuts, and washers to reattach the air reservoir or will forward them by mail at the owner"s request.

Notes

Vehicle description: trailers, semi.system: service brakes; air brake reservoir, attachment bolts.consequences of defect: a severed air line could cause a lock up in theemergency braking system. Loss of vehicle control and an accident could result.

Recall details

Manufacturer	EVANS PRODUCTS COMPANY
Component	Parking Brake › Driveline › Hydraulic › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall started by	NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number	80V079000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Monon Monon	1974, 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 80V-079?

A resilient washer may drop out, causing the bolting attachment of the air reservoir to the frame to become loose. Due to vibration, the bolt could eventually wear through, allowing the reservoir to drop down on either end. This condition could eventually cause one of several air lines to wear through or sever.

How is recall 80V-079 fixed?

Dealer will install the needed bolts, nuts, and washers to reattach the air reservoir or will forward them by mail at the owner"s request.

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.