NHTSA Recall 88V102000
NHTSA Campaign Id 88V102000; Date: Jun. 27, 1988
If one of the fittings break, the hydraulic fluid islost, resulting in loss of power steering and possibly a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1988 Mack Rd Series
Component: Steering:gear Box (other Than Rack And Pinion)
Manufactured by: Mack Trucks, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 140
Recall Summary:
Compression of front springs could interfere with the 90 degree crossover fittings on the bottom of the gears.
How to Fix:
Replace center port steering gear cylinder heads with new side port cylinder heads. Also, install thicker bumper stops to eliminate spring to gear contact.
Recall Notes:
System: steering gear. Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with sheppard dual steeringgears and 34. 5 inch spring centers.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 22, 1988
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