A proposed rule on a Commercial Driver’s License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse (Clearinghouse) — authored by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) — finally appeared in the Federal Register on February 20, 2014. The proposal would establish a Clearinghouse, a database under the Agency’s administration, that will contain controlled substances (drug) and alcohol test result information […]
As the deadline for the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (National Registry) approaches, safety managers and drivers are beginning to ask more detailed questions on its implementation. Below are some of the more frequently asked questions received by J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.:
The Auto Haulers Association of America (AHAA) through the voluntary efforts of its members is having an impact on the Automobile Outbound Logistics Industry. During the last few months, small teams of Carrier Members have been participating in web meetings with other carrier companies, service providers and OEM’s. We have made significant contributions to the […]
Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment Company (Kaffenbarger) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 International class 8 trucks equipped with Sure Power-brand DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka ‘potting’, compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2014 Peterbilt 567 and 579 model chassis manufactured January 29, 2013, through October 9, 2013, and equipped with Allison-brand transmissions. The affected vehicles may be missing the wiring that illuminates the shifter pad backlighting. As such, the chassis fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard […]
Cottrell, Inc. (Cottrell) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 auto transporter vehicles equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka ‘potting’, compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR)is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 T660, and T680 vehicles manufactured from December 4, 2012, through September 17, 2013 and configured as a dead axle tandem with air disc brakes and spring brake delete options. The affected vehicles have the parking brake incorrectly placed on the non-driven rear axle.
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T370 chassis manufactured August 5, 2013, through October 30, 2013, and equipped with Eaton hybrid automated transmissions. The software controlling the affected transmissions may improperly raise the vehicle’s engine speed during downshifts without the driver’s input.
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Peterbilt 587 vehicles manufactured May 8, 2012, through October 24, 2013, and equipped with Inteva-brand door pad assemblies. Due to loose fasteners, the door pull portion of the door pad assembly may separate from the door when used.
