Recalls for your 1985 Peterbilt 310

Recalls for 1985 Peterbilt 310

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AVCO Disposal #3840

TheInvertedFan posted a photo:

AVCO Disposal #3840

Well, nice to see another new (to me, of course) truck in my area!

When I heard the roar of the truck, I mistakenly thought this was 1233, I still thought that, until I saw this for myself and noticed the cab. This is my first 310, up close and personal.

DEFECT #1 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER


Posted on: 1986-01-17
Description
Line pressure surges occur when the transmission is in high gear lockup due to a plumbing error.  Consequence of defect: line pressure surges could cause bodily harm through erratic fire hose delivery action.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Rework plumbing to prevent line pressure surges.

Notes
System: water lines.vehicle description: fire trucks equipped with allison ht 740d fire truck special transmission water pumps with high gear lockup.

DEFECT #2 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL


Posted on: 1985-08-14
Description
Possibility that a new throttle rod end was incorporated in the throttle mechanism during manufacturing.  This throttle end uses a nylon bearing material.  This bearing may deteriorate under certain conditions restricting throttle rod movement.  Consequence of defect: the restricting of throttle rod movement causes a loss of throttle control which may result in an accident.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Inspection and replacement of all alinabal parts will be made by the manufacturer.

Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks, low cab forward, manufactured by kenworthmexicana.  System: throttle rod.