IN SOME VEHICLES, CRACKS MAY DEVELOP IN THE SHEET METAL AROUND THE WINDSHIELD OPENING
— Recall Campaign #80V012000
IN SOME VEHICLES, CRACKS MAY DEVELOP IN THE SHEET METAL AROUND THE WINDSHIELD OPENING. CONTINUED VEHICLE OPERATION COULD RESULT IN PROGRESSIVE DAMAGE TO THE CAB.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 417 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
80V012000
| Manufacturer: | Oshkosh Corporation |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | February 11, 1980 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 80V012000 |
| Units affected: | 417 |
- Description:
- IN SOME VEHICLES, CRACKS MAY DEVELOP IN THE SHEET METAL AROUND THE WINDSHIELD OPENING. CONTINUED VEHICLE OPERATION COULD RESULT IN PROGRESSIVE DAMAGE TO THE CAB.
- Consequeces:
- Corrective action:
- THE DEALER WILL INSTALL A WINDOW RETENTION KIT FREE OF CHARGE.
- Notes:
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TRUCKS.SYSTEM: VISUAL; WINDSHIELD SHEET METAL.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: THIS DAMAGE COULD ALLOW THE WINDSHIELD GLASS TO BLOWINWARD OR FALL OUTWARD FROM THE WINDSHIELD OPENING, RESULTING IN INJURY TODRIVER, LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.