NHTSA Recall 83V002000
NHTSA Campaign Id 83V002000; Date: Jan. 19, 1983
Recalled Vehicles:
1981 Peterbilt Peterbilt; 1982 Peterbilt Peterbilt
Component: Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection
Manufactured by: Paccar, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 250
Recall Summary:
The drag link, a steering linkage that transmits turning movements to both front wheels, may fail at its connection to the axle steering arm. The ball stud may have been installed on the drag link incorrectly, subjecting the ball stud shank to abnormal stresses.
How to Fix:
The dealer will inspect and replace the ball studs, if necessary, at no cost to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy trucks. System: steering; steering axle drag link ball stud. Consequences of defect: this condition may lead to premature failure of thesteering linkage. Loss of vehicle control may occur without warning which couldresult in an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 16, 1983
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