Recalls for your 1983 Mack Ms200

Recalls for 1983 Mack Ms200

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DEFECT #1 - STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)


Posted on: 1983-10-24
Description
Bolted installation of the steering gear housing has a tendency to loosen in service.  This is due to a backward installation of the lockwashers, which are bellville type, and a resultant incorrect torque on the bolts.

Consequence


Corrective Action
All recalled vehicles will have bellville type lockwashers at steering gear housing attach points replaced with standard split-type lockwashers.

Notes
Vehicle description: trucks.system: steering system; steering gear mounting hardware.consequences of defect: loosening of the steering gear housing may result inerratic steering and possibly an accident.