NHTSA Recall 87V074000
NHTSA Campaign Id 87V074000; Date: May. 21, 1987
Steering drag link could loosen and disengage from thesteering gear pitman arm, and result in a total loss of steering control.
Recalled Vehicles:
1985 Motor Coach 102A3; 1986 Motor Coach 102A3; 1987 Motor Coach 102A3; 1985 Motor Coach 96A3; 1986 Motor Coach 96A3; 1987 Motor Coach 96A3; 1981 Motor Coach MC9; 1982 Motor Coach MC9; 1983 Motor Coach MC9; 1984 Motor Coach MC9; 1985 Motor Coach MC9; 1986 Motor Coach MC9; 1987 Motor Coach MC9
Component: Steering:linkages
Manufactured by: Motor Coach Ind. , Inc.
Affected Units:: 5,043
Recall Summary:
There may not be proper engagement between the male taper of the ball stud and the female taper of the pitman arm.
How to Fix:
Repair to ensure that coaches have a good, tight pitman arm/drag link joint.
Recall Notes:
System: steering. Vehicle description: intercity coaches.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 1, 1987
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