Recalls for your 1979 Mack Fws

Recalls for 1979 Mack Fws

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DEFECT #1 - STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN


Posted on: 1983-12-07
Description
Mounting of the pitman arm may loosen and lead to excessive wear in either the pitman arm splines or the steering gear shaft splines, or both.  This condition is due to incorrect tightening of the mounting screws during assembly.

Consequence


Corrective Action
The dealer will inspect and properly tighten the pitman arm retaining screws.

Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: steering; pitman arm.consequences of defect: looseness in the steering linkage may result in loss ofsteering control and the possibility of a vehicle accident.