Defect Description For Recall
Neutral Safety Switch May Become Permanently Closed, Allowing Vehicle To Be Started In Any Gear.
Make Of Vehicle
AM General
Model Of Vehicle
M998
Year
1986
Recall Campaign Number
87V026000
Component Description
Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
Effect Of Defect
Loss Of Vehicle Control Could Result.
Fix Defect
Install Decal Warning Driver To Engage Park Brake And To Shift Transmission To Neutral Prior To Starting Engine. Also, Install A Waterproof Safety Switch To Replace Neutral Switch.
Vehicle Manufacturer
AM General Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
19840601
End Of Manufacture
19860101
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
8982
Date Owners Notified
19860127
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
AM General Llc
Date Report Received
19870105