1994 OSHKOSH MC Recalls (2)

Campaign:

95V022000 on 02/21/1995

Component:

Steering:rack and pinion

Manufactured:

03/31/1993 - 12/31/1994

Affected:

336

Defect:

Two of the four bolt-and-washer combinations used to secure the 710 saginaw steering gear to the chassis frame had different washer material thicknesses. this can affect the bolt thread engagement into the steering gear causing loose steering gear bolts.

Consequence:

This condition can cause loss of steering control increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Correction:

Dealers will increase the steering gear bolt hole depth, replace the existing washers and bolts with new flanged-head cap screws installed with loctite.

Notes:

System: steering; gear. vehicle description: chassis models.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, contact oshkosh at 1-414-235-1726. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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Campaign:

97V123000 on 08/06/1997

Component:

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper

Manufactured:

10/22/1994 - 09/05/1996

Affected:

212

Defect:

Vehicle description: motor home chassis. the rear brake caliper can contact the spring seat as the brake pads wear.

Consequence:

This can result in reduced braking increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Correction:

Dealers will install offset u-bolts to provide additional clearance between the brake caliper and the spring seat.

Notes:

Notes:owner notification is expected to begin september 5, 1997.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact freightliner at 1-503-735-8682. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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