Sprague Heavy-duty Bus Pantograph recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 10, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Sprague Devices recalls Sprague Heavy-duty Bus Pantograph

Recall number

17E025000

Brand / firm

Sprague

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,179 units

Why it was recalled

A loss of wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Sprague Devices (Sprague) is recalling certain Heavy-Duty Bus Pantograph Wiper Arms. The mounting casting that attaches the wiper arms to the wiper motor may crack, possibly causing the arms to bend or detach.

What to do

Sprague will notify the purchasers, and the affected vehicle manufacturers will replace the wiper arms with an improved design, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Sprague at 1-219-872-7295. Sprague's number for the recall is 17V-156, SR17-09 .. Follow the official notice for full instructions.