NHTSA Recall 84V110000
NHTSA Campaign Id 84V110000; Date: Sep. 21, 1984
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Oshkosh B Series; 1979 Oshkosh B Series; 1980 Oshkosh B Series; 1981 Oshkosh B Series; 1982 Oshkosh B Series; 1983 Oshkosh B Series; 1984 Oshkosh B Series; 1978 Oshkosh S Series; 1979 Oshkosh S Series; 1980 Oshkosh S Series; 1981 Oshkosh S Series; 1982 Oshkosh S Series; 1983 Oshkosh S Series; 1984 Oshkosh S Series
Component: Suspension:multiple Axle
Manufactured by: Oshkosh Truck Corporation
Affected Units:: 176
Recall Summary:
These trucks were equipped with defective hydraulic pressure switches in the load span tag system. When a malfunction in this system occurs, axle to pavement pressure increases when vehicle is operated in an unloaded condition.
How to Fix:
The existing control switch will be replaced with a three-position switch which, by use of a neutral position, will preve nt pressure buildup. A new operation label will also be included.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy trucks equipped with "load span tag axles". System: suspension; tag axle. Consequences of defect: this increase in pressure can reduce braking power andsteering control, possibly resulting in an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 14, 1984
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