Defect Description For Recall
A Contaminant From Impurities In The Hydraulic Return Hoses Or The Oil Reservoir Can Lead To MalfunCTIons Of The Pressure Control Valves Controlling The Power Steering And Water Pump Engagement.
Make Of Vehicle
AMERTEK
Model Of Vehicle
CF4000L
Year
1992
Recall Campaign Number
92V169000
Component Description
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
Effect Of Defect
MalfunCTIons Of The Pressure Control Valves In The Powersteering Assembly Can Result In Loss Of Power Steering Without Prior Warning,And Loss Of Vehicle Control.
Fix Defect
An Additional Hydraulic Fluid Filter Will Be Added Between The Hydraulic Pump And The Hydraulic Control Valve Block To Collect Impurities.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Amertek, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19910801
End Of Manufacture
19921001
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
118
Date Owners Notified
19921027
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Amertek, Ininc.
Date Report Received
19921112