1974 WHITE TRUCK ROAD BOSS Recalls (4)

Campaign:
76V047000 on 10/11/1979
Component:
Wheels:multi piece
Affected:
430
Notes:
White campaign no 7602.truck tractors manufactured from september 27, 1974 tofebruary1, 1976.possibility that rim clamps made from malleable iron castingswere installed insteas of specified steel forged part.if this conditionexists, cracked or broken clamps could result in loss of tire and rim, thus,affecting vehicle control.(correct by inspecting and replacing with clampsmade of acceptable material).

Campaign:
77V067000 on 10/11/1979
Component:
Steering:wheel and handle bar
Affected:
209
Defect:
The steering column adapter can contact and eventually cut through the steering shaft.
Correction:
Dealer will replace any steering shaft which shows signs of wear. the existing steering column adapter will be replaced with a new adapter of a different design to ensure proper clearance, without charge.
Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with power steering.system: steering; column shaft, upper.consequences of defect: should this occur, loss of steering control wouldresult, possibly causing loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Campaign:
74V028000 on 10/11/1979
Component:
Service brakes, air:drum
Affected:
47
Notes:
White campaign no 7402.built jan 9 1974 jan 18 1974.possibility front wheelleft side brake cams were inadvertently installed on the front wheel rightside.(correct by inspecting and installing cams properly where necessary).

Campaign:
75V132000 on 10/11/1979
Component:
Electrical system:ignition
Affected:
1,470
Notes:
White campaign no 7508.road boss equipped with 8v-71, detroit diesel and v903cummins engine.manf.jan.1, 1970 to july 1, 1975.possibility that thebattery cables and starter cable were routed too close to a frame rail.ifthis condition exists, the cable may eventually rub through the wire insulationand result in vehicle fires.(correct by inspecting and rerouting cable toprecluse rubbing on frame wall).

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