Recalls for your 1979 Kenworth Coe Series

Recalls for 1979 Kenworth Coe Series

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DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB


Posted on: 1986-08-27
Description
Front aluminum steering axle hubs were incorrectly heated during stud and bearing cup pressing operations.  Consequence of defect: due to the incorrect heat treatment the hubs may crack and fail under certain operating conditions.  Failure could result in loss of wheel and vehicle crash.

Consequence


Corrective Action
All recalled hubs will be inspected and tested for hardness specifications.  If they fail to meet the requirements, they will be replaced.

Notes
System: steering/front axle hub.vehicle description: truck/ tractor.

DEFECT #2 - STEERING:LINKAGES


Posted on: 1980-07-29
Description
Steering arms on involved vehicles, identified by the heat code e14, may have received improper heat treatment.  This condition could cause the steering arm to crack or break.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Dealer will replace all steering arms identified by the e14 heat code without charge to owner.

Notes
**this campaign is superceded by nhtsa campaign number 81v098000.**vehicle description: trucks equipped with rockwell steering arms.system: steering; steering arms.consequences of defect: a cracked or broken steering arm would cause loss ofsteering control without prior warning and could cause an accident.
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