Recalls for your 1981 Mack Rws

Recalls for 1981 Mack Rws

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DEFECT #1 - STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN


Posted on: 1983-05-09
Description
The pitman arm, a lever that transmits turning movements from the steering gear to the steering linkage, may loosen or break at its connection to the steering linkage.  The failure can prevent turning attempts from having any effect.  The defect is caused by incorrect assembly of the ball stud connection in the pitman arm.

Consequence


Corrective Action
The dealer will install a new pitman arm ball assembly at no charge.

Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: steering; pitman arm.consequences of defect: in the event of such a failure, loss of vehicle controlcould occur without prior warning and an accident could result.