Defect Description For Recall
The Locking Bolt That Engages The Steering Gear Shaft Groove Does Not Perform Adequately. The Potential Exists For The Pitman Arm To Slide Away From The Steering Gear Shaft.
Make Of Vehicle
OSHKOSH
Model Of Vehicle
V SERIES
Year
1979
Recall Campaign Number
81V068000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
All Vehicles Will Be Inspected As Soon As Possible To Assure That The Pitman Arm Locking Bolt Properly Secures The Pitman Shaft Groove. If Not, The Proper Adjustments Will Be Made At No Charge To Owner.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Oshkosh Truck Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
19790301
End Of Manufacture
19810501
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
59
Date Owners Notified
19810518
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Oshkosh Corporation
Date Report Received
19810602