10 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Loss of lights and engine shutdown may occur as a result of electrical system failure due to improper circuit crimping and potential heater motor circuit overloading. Also, the fuel solenoid may be improperly fused and the headlight harness improperly routed.
Consequence
Corrective Action
The dealer will make the necessary corrections, free of charge to the owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: electrical; wiring.consequences of defect: system failures could occur without prior warning andan electrical fire could start and cause serious injury to vehicle occupants.
DEFECT #2 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The windshield wiper may over-travel its designed sweep angle during its initial stroke with the possibility of temporary wiper immobilization.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will install a restriction fitting in the control valve at no cost to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks.system: visual; windshield wiper.consequences of defect: in the event of heavy rain conditions, theimmobilization of wipers would cause a visual obstruction which could lead to avehicle accident.
DEFECT #3 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Some of the vehicles may have manganese bronze spring clip plates used as a substitute for malleable iron. The substitute clips, which are used to attach the suspension spring to the rear axle, may crack allowing the assembly to loosen. This can cause rear axle displacement.
Consequence
Corrective Action
The dealer will replace the manganese bronze clips with malleable iron clip plates at no cost to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks, heavy.system: suspension; spring clips.consequences of defect: rear axle displacement can cause the driver toexperience loss of vehicle control with potential for a vehicle accident.
DEFECT #4 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The hose clamp, which was installed around the steering column boot seat to keep noise and dirt from entering the cab, may loosen.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will replace the metal hose clamp without charge.
Notes
Vehicle description: truck tractors.system: steering assembly; column.consequences of defect: if this occurs, the clamp slides down the shaft andrests between the universal joint and the manual steering gear housing,resulting in increased steering effort. This could have an adverse effect onhandling and an accident could result.
DEFECT #5 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, air brake systems, in that some dual compartment air reservoirs were installed without a drain valve in both compartments. The omission of the drain valve could cause: 1) the tank to fill up with water due to condensation, 2) reduced air volume, 3) contamination of the air system with water, causing malfunction of the release valves, check valves, etc., and increasing the possibility of air system component freeze-up in cold climates. These conditions could result in momentary loss of braking action.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install a drain valve at no cost to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks and tractors.system: service brakes; air drain valve.consequences of defect: loss of braking capability could cause loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.
DEFECT #6 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The involved vehicles may have been built with power unit anti-skid logic modules on tag axle installations instead of the correct trailer type modules. Since the tag axle sensor output is less than that of the power unit sensor, it requires the more sensitive trailer module. As sensor output over time drops below minimum requirements, one of two things will happen: (1) the anti-lock system on the tag axle will shut down and the cab mounted fault lamp will light or (2) the system will become inoperative without activating the fault light. This fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, air brakes.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will replace the incorrect anti-lock module without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: truck tractors.system: service brakes; vacuum brake system.consequences of defect: if the system becomes inoperative, a brake lock-up,loss of vehicle control and an accident could occur without prior warning.note: the electrical power to the anti-lock system should be disconnected byremoving the anti-lock system fuse until the defect can be corrected.
DEFECT #7 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The vinyl covered interior passenger assist/grab handle located on the right hand hinge pillar can wear and fail in service.
Consequence
Corrective Action
The owner has the option of either having the dealer remove the handle free of charge or removing it himself and being reimbursed $3.00 per vehicle.
Notes
Vehicle description: truck tractors.system: structure; grab handle.consequences of defect: should it fail while being used for entry or exitpurposes the passenger could receive personal injury.
DEFECT #8 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The metal stiffener at the rear of the splash shield may become bent during servicing or by abuse. This can allow the splash shield and stiffener or one of its attaching bolts to rub against and cut the steering shaft.
Consequence
Corrective Action
The splash shield stiffener will be removed and the steering shaft will be replaced, if damaged.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: structure; splash shield stiffener.consequences of defect: prolonged contact may sever the steering shaft,resulting in total loss of steering control and, possibly, an accident.
DEFECT #9 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The involved vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, air brake systems. The brakes may fail to release within the time specified by the standard.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will install replacement material to correct the brake release timing, without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks.system: service brakes; air brake release mechanism.consequences of defect: delayed brake release could contribute to a vehicleaccident under certain driving conditions.
DEFECT #10 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Lockwashers, used to retain the engines fan mounting bolts, may have been omitted during assembly, causing the bolts to loosen and allowing the fan to separate from its mounting hub.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will install lockwashers on the bolts.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with caterpillar 3208 engines.system: engine cooling; fan.consequences of defect: separation of the fan from its mounting hub could cause personal injury to occupants of the vehicle and to persons outside the vehicle.