Hy-Rail HR4100 Series B Rear Unit, HR4000 Series B Unit: Equipment

Affects Hy-Rail HR4100 Series B Rear Unit, HR4000 Series B Unit · — — about 76 vehicles.

The hazard

If the weld fails on the guide wheel unit while the vehicle is traveling on a roadway, it could create a potential road hazard, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

What to do

Notification to owners began on December 10, 2012. Authorized repair facilities will weld on a retrofit kit, free of charge. For more information, owners may contact Harsco Rail at 1-803-822-9160.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational