NHTSA Recall 86V170000
NHTSA Campaign Id 86V170000; Date: Dec. 22, 1986
Recalled Vehicles:
1985 Chevrolet C70; 1986 Chevrolet C70; 1985 GMC C7; 1986 GMC C7
Component: Steering:hydraulic Power Assist System
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 9,038
Recall Summary:
The power steering assist cylinder mounting bracket bolts may loosen due to paint on the bolt threads and the mounting bracket mating surface. Consequence of defect: this may result in looseness and erratic steering during full turns. With continued operation power cylinder could detach from the frame rail resulting in restricted steering, severing of front brake hose and loss of front axle braking. With either condition, a vehicle crash could result.
How to Fix:
Remove paint from mating surfaces of bracket and frame rail; replace power steering assist cylinder mounting bolts.
Recall Notes:
System: power steering. Vehicle description: medium duty trucks equipped with power steering and 12,000 lbs. Front axles.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 20, 1987
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