Freightliner COE Recall 89V124: Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)

NHTSA campaign 89V124, reported July 24, 1989, 241 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 89V124FREIGHTLINER CORP.

Component: STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Problem: THE STEERING GEAR MOUNTING BRACKET WELDS MAY CRACK UNDER CERTAIN STEERING LOAD CONDITIONS.
Risk: STEERING CONTROL WOULD BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED WITHPOTENTIAL FOR LOSS OF TRUCK CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy: REPLACE STEERING GEAR MOUNTING BRACKET WITH A REDESIGNED BRACKET.
Notes: SYSTEM:STEERING GEAR MOUNTING BRACKET.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS.

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