Setra has announced that it is recalling certain models of the 1984 through 2001 S215, 1994 through 2002 S217, and 2003 through 2009 S417 motor coaches equipped with emergency exits. They stated that these motor coaches fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 217, “Bus emergency exits and window retention and release.” When a release mechanism is not located within an occupant space of a adjacent seat, a label meeting the requirements of S5.5.2 that indicates the location of the nearest release mechanism shall be placed within the occupant space. Example: Emergency exit instructions located next to seat ahead, these labels are not installed in the motor coaches mentioned in the example above.
In the event of a crash, without correct instructions a passenger may not know how much to unlatch and open the emergency exit increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will send labels with a service instructions explaining the location of the labels free of charge. Owners may contact Setra at 1-800-882-8054.
Airstream has announced that they are recalling certain models of the 208 through 2009 Class B Vans built with factory installed driver and passenger seat swivel mechanisms. These vans fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor vehicle safety standard No 207, “Seating Systems”.
It is possible that during a frontal impact, the driver and passenger seat swivel mechanism could fail causing severe injury to the seat occupants. Dealers will replace the defective seat swivel mechanisms with modified seat swivel mechanisms that have been reinforced and contains a stronger swivel locking bolt. Owners may contact Airstream at 1-937-596-6111.
Dutchmen has announced that is is recalling certain models of the 2007 through 2009 N’Tense, Victory Lane, and Winner’s Circle travel trailers for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, ‘Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.’ These trailers were built without rear reflex reflectors.
Lack of reflectors could lead to reduced visibility of travel trailer increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will send reflectors and install instructions to customers. Customers will have the option of installing the reflectors or take their travel trailer to the nearest Dutchmen certified dealer to have the installation done free of charge. Owners may contact Dutchmen at 1-866-869-1109.
In the finishing laps of the Spring race at Talledega, Carl Edwards probably had a different flip in mind. As they were coming around the final turn, soon to be rookie Brad Keslowski went to the inside as Edwards veered a little higher up the track. When Carl noticed that Brad was making a move, Carl went to block him not seeing that Brad already had a fender in on him. This led to the spin out, and the flip of Carl just short of the start finish line.
This crash also ended what was a awesome run for Ryan Newman who moved from Penske racing this season to join the newly formed Stewart/Haas racing with friend Tony Stewart. This just shows how strong these safe walls and fences are. This could of ended up a lot worse. At least some lucky fans get a great souvineir to take home with them.
Mazda has announced that they are recalling certain models of the the 2010 Mazda3. They stated that a clearance between the engine harness and the housing of the starter motor may be insufficient. Due to this, the covering of the harness may be damaged through vibration during operation possibly causing a short circuit between certain harness wires and the starter housing. A short circuit can result in engine control malfunction and/or poor shift quality.
The main fuse may blow out causing the engine to stall and inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will have the engine harness inspect and add a protective clip on the affected section of ther harness, If necessary, the harness will be repaired. This service will be preformed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on May 6.2009. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
BMW has announced that they are recalling certain models of the 2008 R1200 GS and R1200 GS adventure motorcycles. They stated that in certain situations, such as high generator speeds combined with large demands for electrical current, spurious signals could emerge within the motorcycles electrical system. If this were to occur, it could affect the pressure sensor signals of the anti lock brake system (ABS) control unit. If this happened, the ABS could switch off; however, in such a situation, a a warning lamp would illuminate. Normal braking would still be available to slow and stop the motorcycle.
Anytime vehicle control is comprimised a crash may occur. Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the necessary components free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during April 2009. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-831-1117.
