1977 WHITE TRUCK RCW Recalls (3)

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:
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:
78V152000 on 10/11/1979
Component:
Latches/locks/linkages
Manufactured:
02/28/1977 - 10/31/1977
Affected:
5,502
Defect:
The vinyl covered interior passenger assist/grab handle located on the right hand hinge pillar can wear and fail in service.
Correction:
The owner has the option of either having the dealer remove the handle free of charge or removing it himself and being reimbursed $3.00 per vehicle.
Notes:
Vehicle description: truck tractors.system: structure; grab handle.consequences of defect: should it fail while being used for entry or exitpurposes the passenger could receive personal injury.

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