NHTSA Recall 78V243000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V243000; Date: Nov. 6, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 Jeep CJ5; 1979 Jeep CJ7
Component: Steering:linkages:rod:relay:connecting
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 363
Recall Summary:
The clamp bolts on the adjuster tube that fastens the connecting rod to the pitman arm end assembly may be loose. These loose bolts could cause shifting of the steering wheel position, relative to the straight-ahead-front wheel position, and loss of steering.
How to Fix:
The dealer will tighten the bolts where necessary, and check and correct the steering wheel alignment free of charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks. System: steering; linkages, clamp bolts. Consequences of defect: loss of steering could cause loss of vehicle controland an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 7, 1978
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