Mack Fws (1978) – 83V121000

Defect Description For Recall

Mounting Of The Pitman Arm May Loosen And Lead To Excessive Wear In Either The Pitman Arm Splines Or The Steering Gear Shaft Splines, Or Both. This Condition Is Due To Incorrect Tightening Of The Mounting Screws During Assembly.

Make Of Vehicle

MACK

Model Of Vehicle

FWS

Year

1978

Recall Campaign Number

83V121000

Component Description

Steering:Gear Box:Shaft Pitman

Effect Of Defect

Fix Defect

The Dealer Will Inspect And Properly Tighten The Pitman Arm Retaining Screws.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Mack Trucks, Incorporated

Start Of Manufacture

19780101

End Of Manufacture

19790301

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

1377

Date Owners Notified

19840413

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Mack Trucks, Inc.

Date Report Received

19831118

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard