Brakes:air chambers
Defect Summary
The spring brake units can fail to release from the parking or applied position due to a misalignment between the spring plate and the spring housing. The condition can be either intermittent or permanent.
Safety Consequence
The failure to release from the applied position cancause wheel lockup, overheated brakes, increased stopping distances or coulddisable the school bus. This could present an unreasonable safety risk to theoccupants.
Corrective Action
Replace the spring brake unit.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ferodo America, Inc. or involving Service Brakes, Air.
FAQ: Recall 91E041000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 91E041000?
NHTSA recall 91E041000 was issued by Ferodo America, Inc. on October 24, 1991. It addresses: Brakes:air chambers. The recall affects approximately 2,400 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ferodo America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 91E041000 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.