BYD Coach & Bus (BYD) is recalling certain 2016-2017 K11M hybrid electric transit buses, equipped with ZF Axles that have radial air disk brakes. Surface roughness of a guide pin in the radial brake calipers may cause the brake carriage guide pin support bolt to break.
BYD Coach & Bus – Brake Support Bolt may Break
| Report Received Date | 08/07/2018 |
| NHTSA ID | 18V521000 |
| Consequence Summary | Breakage of the guide pin can cause a loss of braking ability or a loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | BYD will notify owners, and dealers will install a bushing kit and reinstall the brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact BYD customer service at 1-661-940-3250. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 14 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V521000) |
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