3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Posted on: 1986-03-31
Description
The fuel injection pump throttle shaft bushing may be contaminated with a heat sensitive liquid polymer which can solidify on the bushing at normal engine operating temperature and cause the throttle to stick. Consequence of defect: throttle lever may stick and not return to low idle position after accelerator pedal is released. This could result in loss of vehicle control and lead to a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Replace fuel injection pump governor housing with a new housing containing new bushings free of contamination.
Notes
System: fuel injector pump. Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks.
DEFECT #2 - 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 #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.