6 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 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The involved vehicles fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment, because the headlights may exceed the 54 inch height limitation.
Consequence
Corrective Action
The dealer will remove the front spring spacer blocks at no cost to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks, heavy.system: lighting and communications; headlights.consequences of defect: headlights exceeding the 54 inch limitation may impairthe vision of oncoming vehicles, increasing the potential for a vehicleaccident.
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 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Some of the involved vehicles were not inspected for adequate clearance between the steering shaft and its firewall opening. Inadequate clearance could result in the steering column becoming scored or severed by the firewall sheet metal.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect vehicles and, if necessary, enlarge the firewall opening to provide the minimum 3/8 inch clearance for the steering shaft. Any scored or cut shafts will be replaced without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks.system: steering; steering shaft.consequences of defect: should this occur, loss of steering control and avehicle accident could result.
DEFECT #6 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Insufficient material thickness in the rear suspension lower spring seats may allow the seat to flex and break the seat-to-axle weld.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the lower spring seats, without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks.system: suspension; spring seats.consequences of defect: dislocation of the axle, within the confines of thesuspension u-bolts and hanger brackets could cause misalignment of the mid andrear axle. This could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.