NHTSA Recall 78V095000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V095000; Date: Apr. 27, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1977 White Truck Road Commander 2; 1978 White Truck Road Commander 2; 1977 White Truck Road Xpeditor 2; 1978 White Truck Road Xpeditor 2
Component: Steering:wheel And Handle Bar
Manufactured by: White Motor Corporation
Affected Units:: 1,750
Recall Summary:
The power steering universal shaft assemblies on the involved vehicles contain a revised grease groove location. Consequently, they may not have proper lubrication in the shaft spline area. Due to manufacturing errors, rust may develop and cause shaft seizure.
How to Fix:
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the universal steering shaft assembly.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks. System: steering; universal power steering shaft assembly. Consequences of defect: shaft seizure may load the power steering valve, andnot allow the steering wheel to return after a turn. This condition may resultin loss of vehicle control without prior warning and a vehicle accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 21, 1978
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