NHTSA Recall 91V203000
NHTSA Campaign Id 91V203000; Date: Nov. 19, 1991
The pinch bolt may fail causing separation of the pitmanarm and the steering linkage, and loss of steering control which could resultin an accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1991 White Gmc ACL; 1991 White Gmc WCA; 1991 White Gmc WIA; 1991 White Gmc WX
Component: Steering:linkages
Manufactured by: Volvo Gm Heavy Truck Corp
Affected Units:: 55
Recall Summary:
The pinch bolt used to retain the pitman arm to the steering gear may not meet the heat treat specification for a grade 8 fastener and may strip before proper torque is achieved.
How to Fix:
Replace the pinch bolts with properly heat treated bolts.
Recall Notes:
System: steering. Vehicle description: heavy trucks (class 8).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 22, 1991
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