NHTSA Campaign Id 86V134000; Date: Oct. 7, 1986
1983 Carpenter Cbw 300; 1984 Carpenter Cbw 300
Component: Steering:gear Box (other Than Rack And Pinion)
Manufactured by: Carpenter Bdy Wrks, Inc.
Affected Units:: 96
Cracks may develop in the right hand support bracket of the steering gear mounting plate of the front suspension assembly. Consequence of defect: right side of steering gear mounting plate could become disengaged affecting steering control.
Repair cracks and add an axle clamp to steering gear mounting plate to prevent future failures.
System: steering/suspension. Vehicle description: 30 foot transit coaches.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 7, 1986
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