NHTSA Campaign Id 90V063000; Date: Apr. 2, 1990
If the key falls out, the universal joint would spin on the shaft, resulting in loss of steering and a possible crash.
Recalled Vehicles:1988 Pierce Dash; 1989 Pierce Dash; 1988 Pierce Lance; 1989 Pierce Lance
Component: Steering:gear Box:shaft Sector
Manufactured by: Pierce Manufacturing,inc.
Affected Units:: 372
Recall Summary:The universal joints at each end of the steering shaft are attached to the shaft with a key and set screw. The set screws may loosen and allow the key to fall out of place.
How to Fix:Modify steering linkage to prevent set screw from loosening and key from coming out of key way.
Recall Notes:System: steering linkage. Vehicle descriptions: fire truck.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 2, 1990
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