Defect Description For Recall
The Pitman Arm Retaining Nut May Not Have Been Torqued To Manufacturer Specifications. This Could Result In Inadequate Retention Of The Nut At The Output Shaft, Allowing The Pitman Arm To Become Loose.
Make Of Vehicle
MACK
Model Of Vehicle
WS
Year
1978
Recall Campaign Number
79V137000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Dealer Will Inspect And Retorque Pitman Arm, If Necessary, At No Cost To Owner.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
19770501
End Of Manufacture
19790401
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
6673
Date Owners Notified
19791022
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mack Trucks, Inc.
Date Report Received
19790601