NHTSA Recall 82V016000
NHTSA Campaign Id 82V016000; Date: Feb. 23, 1982
Recalled Vehicles:
1981 Isuzu Pickup Truck; 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit
Component: Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly
Manufactured by: Volkswagen Of America,inc
Affected Units:: 5,200
Recall Summary:
A lock nut which secures the tie rod to the inner ball joint of the steering system may not have been securely fastened on some of the involved vehicles during assembly. If this condition exists and the vehicle is driven along poor roads for an extended period of time, the tie rod could separate from the steering assembly.
How to Fix:
Dealer will check the lock nut for adequate tightness, correcting where necessary.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and pick-up trucks. System: steering; tie rod, inner ball joint, lock nut. Consequences of defect: this condition could cause loss of vehicle control andan accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 13, 1982
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