NHTSA Recall 86V068000
NHTSA Campaign Id 86V068000; Date: May. 27, 1986
Recalled Vehicles:
1985 Mack Cs 200p; 1986 Mack Cs 200p; 1985 Mack Cs 250p; 1986 Mack Cs 250p; 1985 Mack Cs 300; 1986 Mack Cs 300
Component: Steering:wheel And Handle Bar
Manufactured by: Mack Trucks, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 1,287
Recall Summary:
Steering column boot attached to exterior of firewall could be deformed by the sound insulation placed on the firewall and causes interference with the steering shaft u-joint bolt. Consequence of defect: an improperly fitted or deformed boot could get caught on bolt which retains the steering u-joint and result in sudden hard steering, possible loss of control and a potential crash.
How to Fix:
Modify cab front panel sound proofing and change position of steering column boot.
Recall Notes:
System: steering column boot. Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks, midliners p/t models, class 6 and 7.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 14, 1986
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