NHTSA Recall 97V048000
NHTSA Campaign Id 97V048000; Date: Mar. 27, 1997
If the low pressure return hose bursts or separates, there would be a loss of power assist to the steering and a reduction in power assist to the brakes on vehicles equipped with hydraulic brakes.
Recalled Vehicles:
1995 Amtran RC; 1996 Amtran RC; 1997 Amtran RC; 1995 Amtran RE; 1996 Amtran RE; 1997 Amtran RE; 1995 Amtran RS; 1996 Amtran RS; 1997 Amtran RS
Component: Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections
Manufactured by: American Transportation Corp.
Affected Units:: 1,473
Recall Summary:
The low pressure power steering return hose can either burst or become disconnected due to increased fluid viscosity in frigid temperatures.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the return hoses with a hose that can tolerate higher pressures, use improved clamps and a power steering fluid that is less viscous in frigid temperatures.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to beginapril 29, 1997. 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 amtran at 1-800-843-5615 or navistar at 10800-448-7825. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 22, 1997
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