NHTSA Recall 86V171000
NHTSA Campaign Id 86V171000; Date: Dec. 23, 1986
Recalled Vehicles:
1985 Flxible Metro; 1986 Flxible Metro
Component: Steering:column
Manufactured by: Flxible Corporation
Affected Units:: 1,102
Recall Summary:
Incorrect lock washers may have been installed on the tilt steering column pivot bushing bolts and the column housing pivot may be misaligned. Consequence of defect: pivot bolt could loosen and result in loss of steering control.
How to Fix:
Install proper lock washer and correct misalignment of column housing pivot.
Recall Notes:
System: tilt steering column. Vehicle description: metro transit buses with tilt steering column.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 12, 1987
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