HENDRICKSON MFG. CO.: Safety Recalls in 1978

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by HENDRICKSON MFG. CO. in 1978. See the detail of the recall below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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October 25, 1978

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

BRAKES:AIR:DRUM AND SHOE SYSTEMS:SHOES

THE BRAKE SHOE WELDS ON THE REAR BRAKE ASSEMBLIES COULD FAIL AT THE POINT WHERE THE WELD JOINS THE BRAKE SHOE TABLE. A BROKEN WELD COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF BRAKING CAPABILITY.

NHTSA ID: 78V241000

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

# of Units Affected: 31

Consequence Summary:

Corrective Action:

THE BRAKE SHOE ASSEMBLIES WILL BE INSPECTED AND REPLACED, IF NECESSARY.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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