NHTSA Recall 96V190000
NHTSA Campaign Id 96V190000; Date: Oct. 4, 1996
If a driveline should completely separate from the vehicle while it is in motion, the driveline can contact the ground resulting in a possible loss of control of the vehicle.
Recalled Vehicles:
1988 Utilimaster Walk-in Van; 1989 Utilimaster Walk-in Van; 1990 Utilimaster Walk-in Van; 1991 Utilimaster Walk-in Van; 1992 Utilimaster Walk-in Van; 1993 Utilimaster Walk-in Van; 1994 Utilimaster Walk-in Van; 1995 Utilimaster Walk-in Van; 1996 Utilimaster Walk-in Van
Component: Power Train:driveline
Manufactured by: Utilimaster Corporation
Affected Units:: 701
Recall Summary:
These vehicles are missing a propshaft retainer strap. In the event of a driveline detachment, this strap prevents the driveline from contacting the ground.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and if necessary insall a propshaft retainer strap.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin during October 1996. Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact utilimaster at 1-800-582-3454. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 3, 1997
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