NHTSA Recall 82V102000
NHTSA Campaign Id 82V102000; Date: Oct. 14, 1982
Recalled Vehicles:
1982 Autocar Autocar
Component: Steering:linkages:drag:power Assist System
Manufactured by: White Motor Corporation
Affected Units:: 377
Recall Summary:
The front axle drag link clamp assemblies installed on the suspect vehicles may contain bolts which have quench cracks and are subject to failure. Failure of the bolt would result in loss of clamping action and continued operation could lead to separation of the ball joint and drag link.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and replace any defective bolts in the drag link clamp assembly without charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy trucks. System: steering; drag link clamp bolts. Consequences of defect: this failure could occur without prior warning and maycause loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 29, 1982
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