Recalls for 1985 Oshkosh S Series

DEFECT #1 - STRUCTURE

Posted on: 1991-06-13
Description
Step tread was designed with an upturned edge.  Also, incorrect bolts were used to attach the steps to vehicle; incorrect bolts may fatigue and break allowing the steps to separate from cab.

Consequence
Persons exiting the cab can trip and fall on upturnededges.  Also, fatigue or broken bolts could cause the steps to break away at thetime that a person is entering or exiting the vehicles.

Corrective Action
Replace incorrectly designed steps, replace incorrect bolts.

Notes
System: cab steps.vehicle description: heavy trucks.

DEFECT #2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN

Posted on: 1988-06-17
Description
Fan blade may crack and separate where the blade overlaps the spider.

Consequence
Separated fan blade could result in bodily injury topersons near by and also could damage the engine, radiator, etc.

Corrective Action
Install a new all steel fan.

Notes
System: cooling fan.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks.

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.