Recalls for 1985 Am General M998

DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Posted on: 1988-12-06
Description
The military nato slave receptacle is not waterproof and when submerged in water a current path is created.

Consequence
This could result in a direct electrical short circuitand the potential fire hazard of the nato slave receptacle.

Corrective Action
Disconnect nato slave receptacle to prevent fire hazard.

Notes
System: slave receptacle.vehicle description: military vehicles 1 1/4ton 4x4.

DEFECT #2 - POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

Posted on: 1987-03-25
Description
Neutral safety switch may become permanently closed, allowing vehicle to be started in any gear.

Consequence
Loss of vehicle control could result.

Corrective Action
Install decal warning driver to engage park brake and to shift transmission to neutral prior to starting engine.  Also, install a waterproof safety switch to replace neutral switch.

Notes
System: transmission.vehicle description: 1 1/4 ton 4x4 (hummer) military vehicles.

DEFECT #3 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Posted on: 1987-03-25
Description
Welds that attach the brake pedal arm to the cross shaft may not withstand a panic stop and/or fatigue load inputs.

Consequence
This could result in loss of braking capability.

Corrective Action
Replace brake pedal assembly with new assembly.

Notes
System: brake pedal assembly.vehicle description: 1 1/4 ton 4x4 (hummer) military vehicles.