4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Posted on: 1987-02-02
Description
Engine and brake backup system have common electrical power source; engine could die from electrical failure of the main power feed from the alternator.
Consequence
This could result in brake failure which could result ina crash without prior warning.
Corrective Action
Separate engine and brake back up circuits.
Notes
System: electrical.vehicle description: cargostar and s series 1600-2100 model trucks and buses.
DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Posted on: 1984-09-10
Description
The hydrovac canisters were modified and do not work well with the rest of the braking system. More pedal effort is needed in order to bring vehicle to a halt and the maximum stopping distance is increased.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Upon inspection, hydrovac canisters with improved braking characteristics will be installed.
Notes
Vehicle description: medium trucks.system: service brakes; hydrovac canisters.consequences of defect: a vehicle accident may result when a situation requiresminimum stopping time.
DEFECT #3 - STEERING:LINKAGES
Posted on: 1985-05-01
Description
The steering pitman arm could develop cracks and eventually fracture due to high bending loads. Consequence of defect: such a fracture could cause a loss of steering control and result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Replace pitman arm with a redesigned strengthened arm.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks and tractors equipped with 10,800 pound and 12,000pound capacity front axles and sheppard power steering. System: steering pitman arm.
DEFECT #4 - STEERING:LINKAGES
Posted on: 1984-10-09
Description
The steering arm may crack or break in either low speed or stand still maneuvers. Cracking may occur as a result of repeated full lock turns.
Consequence
Corrective Action
The existing steering arm will be replaced with a redesigned and strengthened arm.
Notes
Vehicle description:trucks and truck tractors equipped with 10,800 or 12,000 lbcapacity front axles.system: steering linkages; steering arm.consequences of defect: complete fracture results in the loss of steeringcontrol and the possibility of an accident.