1976 WHITE TRUCK RX2 Recalls (6)

Campaign:
78V240000 on 10/11/1979
Component:
Electrical system:wiring
Affected:
16,000
Defect:
Loss of lights and engine shutdown may occur as a result of electrical system failure due to improper circuit crimping and potential heater motor circuit overloading. also, the fuel solenoid may be improperly fused and the headlight harness improperly routed.
Correction:
The dealer will make the necessary corrections, free of charge to the owner.
Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: electrical; wiring.consequences of defect: system failures could occur without prior warning andan electrical fire could start and cause serious injury to vehicle occupants.

Campaign:
78V131000 on 10/11/1979
Component:
Electrical system:battery:cables
Manufactured:
03/31/1975 - 02/28/1978
Affected:
278
Defect:
The ground wire from the battery ground on the engine to the frame rail was omitted. this constitutes a non-compliance to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment" and no. 121, "air brakes". an intermittent loss of electrical ground and subsequent dimming of the lighting system components or a possible false indication of anti-lock system function is the cause for the non-compliance.
Correction:
The dealer will install two ground cables free of charge on all affected vehicles.
Notes:
Vehicle description: truck tractors.system: electrical; battery cable.consequences of defect: reduced visibility and a false indication of anti-locksystem functions could result in a vehicle accident.

Campaign:
79V008000 on 10/11/1979
Component:
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Manufactured:
09/30/1975 - 08/31/1978
Affected:
12,333
Defect:
The windshield wiper may over-travel its designed sweep angle during its initial stroke with the possibility of temporary wiper immobilization.
Correction:
Dealer will install a restriction fitting in the control valve at no cost to owner.
Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks.system: visual; windshield wiper.consequences of defect: in the event of heavy rain conditions, theimmobilization of wipers would cause a visual obstruction which could lead to avehicle accident.

Campaign:
79V010000 on 10/11/1979
Component:
Suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly
Manufactured:
03/31/1976 - 02/28/1978
Affected:
34
Defect:
Some of the vehicles may have manganese bronze spring clip plates used as a substitute for malleable iron. the substitute clips, which are used to attach the suspension spring to the rear axle, may crack allowing the assembly to loosen. this can cause rear axle displacement.
Correction:
The dealer will replace the manganese bronze clips with malleable iron clip plates at no cost to owner.
Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks, heavy.system: suspension; spring clips.consequences of defect: rear axle displacement can cause the driver toexperience loss of vehicle control with potential for a vehicle accident.

Campaign:
78V157000 on 10/11/1979
Component:
Service brakes, air:supply:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
07/31/1976 - 09/30/1977
Affected:
140
Defect:
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems", in that some dual compartment air reservoirs were installed without a drain valve in both compartments. the omission of the drain valve could cause: 1) the tank to fill up with water due to condensation, 2) reduced air volume, 3) contamination of the air system with water, causing malfunction of the release valves, check valves, etc., and increasing the possibility of air system component freeze-up in cold climates. these conditions could result in momentary loss of braking action.
Correction:
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install a drain valve at no cost to owner.
Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy trucks and tractors.system: service brakes; air drain valve.consequences of defect: loss of braking capability could cause loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.

Campaign:
77V206000 on 10/11/1979
Component:
Service brakes, air:controls
Affected:
223
Defect:
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems". these vehicles do not meet the 0.550 second brake release timing requirement.
Correction:
Dealer will install a new tractor protection valve without charge to owner.
Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy truck-tractors.system: service brakes; air brake, protection valve.consequences of defect: delay in brake release time could contribute to anaccident in certain traffic situations.

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