NHTSA Recall 80V149000
NHTSA Campaign Id 80V149000; Date: Nov. 13, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:
1975 Peterbilt 352; 1976 Peterbilt 352; 1977 Peterbilt 352; 1978 Peterbilt 352; 1979 Peterbilt 352; 1980 Peterbilt 352
Component: Steering:gear Box (other Than Rack And Pinion)
Manufactured by: Paccar, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 258
Recall Summary:
The steering drag link on some of the involved trucks may have been damaged due to contact with the trw integral power steering gear. Repeated contact can lead to separation of the drag link.
How to Fix:
All involved vehicles will have the drag link replaced to eliminate contact with the steering gear box. This will be done without charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with trw power steering. System: steering; drag link. Consequences of defect: drag link separation would result in a loss of steeringcontrol and, possibly, a vehicle accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 25, 1980
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