Recall 98V-119: 1995–1997 Athey Street Sweeper
ATHEY PRODUCTS CORP. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Oct 1, 1998, covering about 500 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: street sweepers equipped with an optional automatic transmission shift lever that includes a park brake position. The transmission shifter/park brake lever can bind before fully engaging in the park brake position causing a false park condition.
The risk
The vehicle can move after being placed in park increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Furon company is conducting the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall. Dealers will install a spacer plate in the shifter and inspect for the presence of an "e" clip that detains the detent pin.
Notes
Owner notification began september 14, 1998. 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 athey at 1-919-556-5171.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 | ATHEY PRODUCTS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Automatic Transmission |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V119003 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Athey Street Sweeper | 1995, 1996, 1997 | 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 98V-119?
Vehicle description: street sweepers equipped with an optional automatic transmission shift lever that includes a park brake position. The transmission shifter/park brake lever can bind before fully engaging in the park brake position causing a false park condition.
How is recall 98V-119 fixed?
Furon company is conducting the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall. Dealers will install a spacer plate in the shifter and inspect for the presence of an "e" clip that detains the detent pin.
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.