1975 WHITE TRUCK WHITE TRUCK Recalls (6)

Campaign:
75V101000 on 10/11/1979
Component:
Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm
Affected:
213
Notes:
White campaign no 7504.trucks equipped with f3w and f6w series steeringknuckles.possibility that the wall thickness is marginal at the area wherethe hole intended for connection of the tie rod arm to steering knuckle.(correct by inspecting and replacing steering knuckles where necessary).

Campaign:
81V122000 on 10/26/1981
Component:
Steering:wheel and handle bar
Manufactured:
06/30/1975 - 05/31/1981
Affected:
31,703
Defect:
Steering shaft binder bolts on certain vehicles are either loose or over-tightened. either condition can lead to a separation of the steering shaft from the steering column, even if the factory installed bolt has been properly retightened.
Correction:
Unique bolts have been designed for this campaign and will be installed along with new nuts. this will be done at no charge to owner.
Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks.system: steering; steering shaft binder bolts.consequences of defect: shaft separation could result in loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.note: as a precaution, immediately check the binder bolts on the steering shaftfor looseness. if they are loose, tighten them to 60 ft-lbs torque. tighteningbolts does not permanently remedy the defect. new bolts and nuts must beinstalled.

Campaign:
82V007000 on 01/31/1982
Component:
Parking brake:driveline:air
Manufactured:
04/30/1978 - 06/30/1979
Affected:
123
Defect:
The service and parking brakes on the involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems". use of the vehicle by individuals not familiar with its braking capabilities may result in longer deceleration times.
Correction:
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install two spring brake chambers at no cost to owner.
Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks.system: service and parking brakes; air.consequences of defect: longer deceleration can lead to a loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.note: the owner is advised to maintain proper tractor and trailer brakeadjustments and become familiarized with the vehicles decelerationcapabilities. the tractor trailer should be parked using the tractor onlybrakes (blue knob) first, then applying the trailer brakes. it may be necessaryto block vehicle"s wheels.

Campaign:
82V009000 on 01/31/1982
Component:
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Manufactured:
05/31/1975 - 04/30/1977
Affected:
600
Defect:
On the involved vehicles, the rear axles may fracture and ultimately allow for a separation of the rear outer ends in the spindle attachment to axle housing area. such a fracture may also cause the spindle and its components, including the wheels, brakes, drums, etc. to become disengaged from the axle.
Correction:
The dealer will replace the housing, if necessary, at no cost to owner.
Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks.system: suspension; rear axle.consequences of defect: separation of the above components from the axle whilevehicle is in operation could result in loss of vehicle control and anaccident.note: the wheel seal should be checked for oil leaks since oil leaking usuallyprecedes spindle separation failure. if oil leakage is detected, the vehicleshould be removed from service immediately. however, failures may occur thatare not preceded by a detectable leak.

Campaign:
83V129000 on 01/11/1984
Component:
Steering:wheel and handle bar
Manufactured:
06/30/1975 - 05/31/1980
Affected:
15,101
Defect:
The slip joint between the cab mounted steering column shaft and the frame mounted steering gear may not have sufficient clearance. excessive load on the slip joint may cause failure of the steering column shaft.
Correction:
Dealer will inspect vehicle for correct clearance at the slip joint. if necessary, a spacer and, in some cases, a new steering column will be installed.
Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: steering; steering shaft slip joint.consequences of defect: shaft failure may result in loss of steering controland possibly an accident.

Campaign:
77V236000 on 05/16/1984
Component:
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages
Manufactured:
07/31/1974 - 10/31/1977
Affected:
4,731
Defect:
On the involved vehicles, the windshield wiper linkage arm may break at the pivot pin weld area. this would render both the right and left hand wipers inoperative.
Correction:
Dealer will install a new wiper linkage with pin collar support without charge to owner.
Notes:
Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: visual; windshield wiper linkage arm.consequences of defect: inoperative windshield wipers could contribute to avehicle accident in adverse weather conditions.note: to reduce the chances of failure, wipers should only be operated on a wetwindshield and should be turned on at the lowest speed and then increasedgradually.

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