3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - STEERING:LINKAGES:LINK:DRAG:CONNECTION
Posted on: 1987-11-24
Description
Slot in steering drag link to allow for clamping of the ball joint may not be fully closed by the ball joint thread.
Consequence
Water may enter the drag link and result in corrosionwhich lowers strength of drag link making it subject to fracture.
Corrective Action
Replace drag link if opening exist; also, threaded stud of ball joint has been extended for complete closure of the slot.
Notes
System: steering drag linkvehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with hydraulic steering.
DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Consequence
Corrective Action
Notes
Mercedes campaign no not available.possibility of failure of the front outerwheel bearing caused by shipping damage.this damage may cause a bindingcondition of the front wheels causing a slight pull of the vehicle to eitherside under extreme load and driving conditions.(correct by inspecting andreplacing bearings where necessary).
DEFECT #3 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Consequence
Corrective Action
Notes
Mercedesbenz campaign no 27.trucks.possibility that the upper bushing ofthe steering column is made of a material which could cause a binding steeringoperation due to abnormal wear.(correct by inspecting and replacing upperbushings of steering column).