Eti/axle cracks
Defect Summary
On certain electric trolley buses, cracks are located on the rear axle at the lower spring pad.
Safety Consequence
The rear axle and suspension can become weak if all welds fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Reinforcement corner spacers and brackets will be installed and all welds re-done. eti is repairing all 40 buses on site at muni in san francisco, california. owners should contact eti at 1-410-628-3472.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Electric Transit, Inc. or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 03V106000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V106000?
NHTSA recall 03V106000 was issued by Electric Transit, Inc. on March 20, 2003. It addresses: Eti/axle cracks. The recall affects approximately 40 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Electric Transit, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V106000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.