NHTSA Recall 77V176000
NHTSA Campaign Id 77V176000; Date: Oct. 14, 1977
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Dodge D Series; 1978 Dodge Ramcharger; 1978 Plymouth Trailduster
Component: Steering:column
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 600
Recall Summary:
The steering columns on the involved vehicles may have been misassembled, resulting in the master serration for steering wheel indexing being mislocated by 180 degrees. The tie rod may have been adjusted in attempting to overcome this condition and this may have caused insufficient tie rod thread engagement to the sleeve attachment.
How to Fix:
Dealer will replace the lower steering shaft assembly with a correctly indexed assembly which will locate the steering wheel in the correct position. Tie rod assembly will also be inspected and adjusted to ensure proper thread engagement.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: light trucks. System: steering; steering columns. Consequences of defect: the tie rod could become disengaged, causing a loss ofsteering control without prior warning, and a vehicle accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 9, 1977
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