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Recalls for
1985 Oshkosh F Series
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3 recalls found.
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DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY
Posted on: 1990-04-30
Description
Air brakes may not meet the release time requirements of fmvss 121.
Consequence
There may be a slight front axle brake drag and trucks would not comply with fmvss 121.
Corrective Action
Replace parts and re-work system to correct air brake release time.
Notes
System: air brakes - fmvss 121.vehicle description: heavy-duty trucks equipped with 18,000 lbs. Capacity front axle and s-cam type brakes. DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1985-12-02
Description
The air system service relay supply line on the #2 axle is incorrectly installed into the front air system reservoir. Consequence of defect: if front service brakes were to fail, the secondary, or emergency braking system for the #2 axle, would not work. This would lead to a complete loss of braking capability which may cause an accident. Corrective action. Reinstall the air hoses into the rear air system reservoir.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Notes
System: brakes, emergency air. Vehicle description: heavy-duty f series trucks equipped with a 72 inch rearwalking beam suspension. DEFECT #3 - STEERING:LINKAGES:LINK:DRAG:CONNECTION
Posted on: 1985-03-11
Description
Looseness may develop at the attachment (ball joint) of the drag link to the steering arm due to an insufficiently tightened retaining nut. This can wear the steering arm hole. Consequence of defect: steering looseness could cause handling difficulty which may result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Replace drag link ball stud if wear is observed and/or torque to specification.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavyduty trucks equipped with integral steering. System: steering/drag link.