Recalls for 1988 Utilimaster Walk-in Van

DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE

Posted on: 1996-10-16
Description
These vehicles are missing a propshaft retainer strap.  In the event of a driveline detachment, this strap prevents the driveline from contacting the ground.

Consequence
If a driveline should completely separate from the vehicle while it is in motion, the driveline can contact the ground resulting in a possible loss of control of the vehicle.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and if necessary insall a propshaft retainer strap.

Notes
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin during october 1996.  Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact utilimaster at 1-800-582-3454.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

DEFECT #2 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Posted on: 1990-11-29
Description
The two sections of wiper arm may contact or cross each other and bind with eventual failure of attachment rivet; also, wiper blade could contact window moulding with increased potential for wiper arm failure.

Consequence
This could result in windshield wiper failure withoutwarning, affecting driver visibility with potential for an accident.

Corrective Action
Reduce blade sweep area to an arc specification of 85 degrees through a retrofit conlink kit.

Notes
System: windsheild wiper arm.vehicle description: walk-in vans.