Defect Description For Recall
The Draglinks Have Been Equipped With An Anti-Tilt Seal On The Pitman End That Can Affect The Taper Fit Of The Ball StUD Taper Into The Pitman Arm. The Recommended Torque On The StUD Nut Does Not Overcome The Compression Of The Anti-Tilt Seal.
Make Of Vehicle
SPARTAN
Model Of Vehicle
HIGHLANDER
Year
1996
Recall Campaign Number
96V081000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages:Link:Drag:ConneCTIon
Effect Of Defect
This Condition Can Cause A Loosening Of The Joint And Ultimate Separation Resulting In Loss Of Steering.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace Washers With 90 Degree Flanges With Washers Having A 45 Degree Flange And Sandwich The Rubber Bushing In The Anti-Tilt Seal. The Flanges Allow The Bushing To Properly Expand. If A Body Has Been Completed On The Chassis, The Pitman Arm Will Also Be Replaced.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Spartan Motors, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19960101
End Of Manufacture
19960501
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
604
Date Owners Notified
19960506
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Shyft Group
Date Report Received
19960517