NHTSA Recall 79V180000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V180000; Date: Aug. 1, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Autocar K; 1978 Autocar RB2; 1978 Autocar RBW; 1978 White Truck K; 1978 White Truck RB2; 1978 White Truck RBW
Component: Steering:wheel And Handle Bar
Manufactured by: White Motor Corporation
Affected Units:: 1,223
Recall Summary:
Some of the involved vehicles were not inspected for adequate clearance between the steering shaft and its firewall opening. Inadequate clearance could result in the steering column becoming scored or severed by the firewall sheet metal.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect vehicles and, if necessary, enlarge the firewall opening to provide the minimum 3/8 inch clearance for the steering shaft. Any scored or cut shafts will be replaced without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks. System: steering; steering shaft. Consequences of defect: should this occur, loss of steering control and avehicle accident could result.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 23, 1980
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