NHTSA Recall 80V162000
NHTSA Campaign Id 80V162000; Date: Dec. 10, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:
1980 Mack R Series
Component: Steering:wheel And Handle Bar
Manufactured by: Mack Trucks, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 1,524
Recall Summary:
The weld on the upper steering shaft where the female spline connects to the tube assembly may have been incorrectly positioned and actually missed the seam.
How to Fix:
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the affected shaft with one that has been properly welded, at no charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks. System: steering; upper steering shaft. Consequences of defect: this condition can cause separation of the steeringshaft assembly, resulting in complete loss of steering, without prior warningand, possibly, an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 8, 1981
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