NHTSA Recall 79V257000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V257000; Date: Dec. 5, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 Transportation Transit Bus
Component: Steering:linkages:arm:idler And Attachment
Manufactured by: Transportation Mfg. Corp.
Affected Units:: 64
Recall Summary:
The mounting bracket and retainers which hold the steering idler arm in place can become loose. The idler arm support fastener would then be free to move while vehicle is in operation, causing the fasteners to wear.
How to Fix:
Dealer will install a redesigned idler arm mounting on all affected vehicles.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: transit buses. System: steering; mounting bracket and retainers. Consequences of defect: a loose idler arm may lead to loss of vehicle controland an accident.
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