9999 ROCKWELL FC Recall

Campaign:

95E009000 on 04/18/1995

Component:

Steering:linkages:tie rod assembly

Manufactured:

01/31/1995 - 02/28/1995

Affected:

1,386

Defect:

During assembly, the tie rod end nuts were not properly torqued. extremely low torque can allow movement between the ball stud and the tie rod arm causing damage.

Consequence:

This condition can affect the driver's ability tosteer the vehicle increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Correction:

Rockwell will notify the truck manufacturers who purchased these axles to check for proper torque and, where necessary, tighten to specifications.

Notes:

System: steering; linkages; tie rod; end. equipment description: non-driving front axles which range in capacity from 7,000 lbs. to 20,000 lbs. note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time,please contact rockwell at 1-810-435-7574. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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