1973 DODGE CT800 Recalls (2)

Campaign:: 73V040000 on 10/11/1979
Component:: Suspension:multiple axle
Manufactured:: 05/31/1972 - 12/31/1972
Affected:: 173
Notes:: Chrysler campaign no 104t.heavy duty trucks.possibility of a casting defectin an equalizer beam which is a component of the hendrickson suspension.ifthis condition exists the beam could fracture and affect the directionalstability of the vehicle.(correct by inspecting and replace with improvedbeams.).
Campaign:: 74V219000 on 10/11/1979
Component:: Power train:axle assembly:banjo housing
Affected:: 950
Notes:: Chrysler campaign no 135t.possibility that the tandem rear axle housing wallthickness at the journal radius adjacent to the spindle friction weld joint maynot be sufficient to insure a fatigue life equivalent to the expected mileagelife on the vehicle.housing failure can result in the dual wheel assemblybecoming disengaged from vehicle, resulting in a hazard to other traffic.(correct by inspecting and replacing with housing of an increased wallthickness design).