CRACK MAY DEVELOP ON STEERING ARM THAT COULD PROGRESS AND REDUCE THE FATIGUE LIFE OF THE STEERING ARM
— Recall Campaign #90V034000
CRACK MAY DEVELOP ON STEERING ARM THAT COULD PROGRESS AND REDUCE THE FATIGUE LIFE OF THE STEERING ARM.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,862 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
90V034000
| Manufacturer: | Mack Trucks, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | February 23, 1990 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 90V034000 |
| Units affected: | 1,862 |
- Description:
- CRACK MAY DEVELOP ON STEERING ARM THAT COULD PROGRESS AND REDUCE THE FATIGUE LIFE OF THE STEERING ARM.
- Consequeces:
- STEERING ARM COULD FAIL WITHOUT WARNING RESULTING IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND POSSIBLY A CRASH.
- Corrective action:
- INSTALL A REDESIGNED STEERING ARM.
- Notes:
- SYSTEM: STEERING ARM.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY-DUTY TRUCKS.