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Kenworth C500 Recall 91V021: Steering:Linkages

NHTSA campaign 91V021, reported January 6, 1991, 412 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 91V021PACCAR, INCORPORATED
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES
Problem
PITMAN ARM PINCH BOLTS MAY HAVE BEEN INADEQUATELY TORQUED.
Risk
THIS COULD ALLOW PITMAN ARM TO SLIP ON THE STEERING GEAROUTPUT SHAFT RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
RETORQUE PINCH BOLTS AND RESET AS NECESSARY.
Notes
SYSTEM: PITMAN ARM PINCH BOLT.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY-DUTY TRUCKS.

Affected vehicles

Kenworth C5001991
Kenworth T6001991
Kenworth T8001991
Kenworth W9001991