NHTSA Recall 01V017000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
RANSOMES CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 518 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Cushman 898474D.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V017000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | February 2, 2001 |
| Owner notification | April 1, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: 3-wheel on-road vehicles. During operation over rough surfaces, the side to side movement of the muffler could allow it to rub on the brake line.
Safety risk
This contact could cause the line to leak resulting in brake system failure.
Remedy
Dealers will reposition the muffler and replace the brake line. Owner notification began april 1, 2001. 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 ransomes/cushman at 1-402-474-8568.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V017000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Cushman 898474D | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| Cushman 898474E | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.