Alexander Dennis Enviro: Rear Brake Caliper May Contact Chassis

Recall Summary Alexander Dennis is recalling 567 Enviro buses because the rear brake caliper may contact the chassis frame when brake pads wear down near the end of their service life. The manufacturer will re-profile the rear bump stop bracket on affected vehicles to provide additional clearance and prevent contact. This recall affects buses distributed in the United Kingdom.

Recalling firm
ALEXANDER DENNIS
Product
Vehicles: ALEXANDER DENNIS ENVIRO. Units affected: 567
Reason
It has been identified that the possibility exists when the rear brake pads are close to the end of their service life that the brake caliper may contact the chassis frame. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the rear bump stop bracket re-profiled thus providing additional clearance to accommodate maximum caliper travel.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2008-08-07
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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