NHTSA Recall 79V130000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V130000; Date: May. 30, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Mack RWL; 1979 Mack RWL; 1978 Mack RWS; 1979 Mack RWS
Component: Steering:wheel And Handle Bar
Manufactured by: Mack Trucks, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 2,187
Recall Summary:
It has been determined that two screws that are part of the bearing assembly located at the cab dash sheet may not have been tightened properly. As a result, the upper steering shaft may be free to "float" throughout much of its length which may result in inadequate engagement in the slip splines of the lower steering shaft. Axle articulation could result in disengagement of the lower steering shaft slip splines.
How to Fix:
Dealer will install a sleeve between the dash sheet bearing and the upper steering shaft lower yoke to assure positive upper steering shaft location.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks. System: steering assembly; steering column shaft, upper. Consequences of defect: loss of steering control could cause loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 23, 1979
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