NHTSA Recall 94V168000
NHTSA Campaign Id 94V168000; Date: Sep. 14, 1994
A broken steering arm causes complete loss of vehicle control which can result in a possible accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1984 Prevost Marathon; 1985 Prevost Marathon; 1984 Prevost XL; 1985 Prevost XL
Component: Steering:linkages
Manufactured by: Prevost Car, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 187
Recall Summary:
The steering arm can develop cracks caused by repetitive dry-park-steer maneuvers, particularly during brake application. Continued use can cause the steering arm to break.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the defective steering arm with a new steering arm.
Recall Notes:
System: steering linkages. Vehicle description: buses. Note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 7, 1994
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