Date: 2020-10-16. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Defect: Shyft Group is recalling certain 2021 Utilimaster Aeromaster vehicles built on Ford E-450 chassis. The body mount bracket may chafe the brake lines, eventually rubbing through the brake lines. (excerpt)
Consequence: If the bracket rubs through the brake lines, braking ability may be negatively affected, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: Shyft Group has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the brake line and body mount brackets for adequate clearance, depending on the revision level of body mount bracket installed on the vehicle, a new bracket may need to be installed, free of charge. Any damaged brake lines would be replaced. The recall began October 16, 2020. Owners may contact Shyft Group customer service at 1-800-582-3 (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Investigations
0 investigations; 0 open.
Manufacturer communications
2 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system
System
Count
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2
10201983
Date: 2021-09-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
This service bulletin provides instructions on how to address potential harness chafing.
10199806
Date: 2021-07-15. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
This service bulletin is intended to provide instructions on mitigating electrical cables chaffing.
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