2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The cab front mounts may crack and lose their ability to hold the cab firmly to its frame mounts. Such a failure could allow the front of the cab to move vertically when encountering rough road surfaces. In extreme situations, the cab could rise to the extent that the lower steering shaft could become disengaged.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will install redesigned left and right hand cab support assemblies and longer, lower steering shafts, at no cost to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks equipped with integral power steering.system: structure; cab front mounts.consequences of defect: this condition could result in loss of steering controland a vehicle accident.
DEFECT #2 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
Posted on: 1980-08-08
Description
On involved vehicles, the connection between the steering control shaft and the input shaft on the steering gear box may be defective. The yoke on the shaft may loosen, allowing the splined surfaces on the yoke and shaft to wear. Continued operation may result in wear and eventual rotational slippage of the joint.
Consequence
Corrective Action
The yoke will be repaired or the yoke and input shaft will be replaced, if necessary.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with manual ross gear serrated steeringshafts and spicer lower steering column yokes.system: steering; shaft and column yoke.consequences of defect: this condition could cause a loss of steering controland, possibly, an accident.