PHILADELPHIA SUBURBAN CO.: Safety Recalls in 1981

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by PHILADELPHIA SUBURBAN CO. in 1981. See the detail of the recall below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

December 5, 1981

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

EQUIPMENT:WATER PUMP:FIRE TRUCK

INCORRECT BOLTS MAY HAVE BEEN USED TO SECURE THE DRIVE-LINE FLANGES TO THE FRONT AND REAR PUMP FLANGES. UNDER HIGH TORQUE LOAD, THE DRIVE LINE COULD SEPARATE.

NHTSA ID: 81V005000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 40

Consequence Summary:

Corrective Action:

BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED WITH SAE GRADE 8 BOLTS WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNERS.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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