1977 WHITE TRUCK RB2S Recalls (2)

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:: 77V195000 on 10/11/1979
Component:: Steering:wheel and handle bar
Affected:: 511
Defect:: On the involved vehicles, the cab firewall can contact and eventually cut through the steering shaft.
Correction:: Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, modify the firewall to provide adequate clearance and replace the steering shaft, without charge.
Notes:: Vehicle description: heavy truck tractors.system: steering; steering column.consequences of defect: loss of steering control could occur without warning,resulting in a vehicle accident.