2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - STRUCTURE
Posted on: 1987-05-29
Description
Left and right cab steps, located directly under the driver and passenger cab doors, could fail from corrosion.
Consequence
Should the step fail while being used it could cause personal injury.
Corrective Action
Replace steel tubular steps with new aluminum steps.
Notes
System: structure/cab steps.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks.
DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:LEAF
Posted on: 1983-12-07
Description
A spring leaf may fracture through the center hole section. This occurs due to loosening of the spring-to-axle mounting attachment following extreme flexing of the spring leaves. This kind of fracture makes the remaining two leaves vulnerable to progressive fracture.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Vehicles will have the three-leaf spring assembly replaced with an improved unit.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavy truck tractors.system: suspension; rear springs.consequences of defect: if all three leaves fracture, the rear axle maysuddenly shift position, which could result in loss of vehicle control and anaccident.