Reported Apr 25, 197827 vehicles affectedWHITE MOTOR CORPORATIONBuilt Feb 1, 1975 – Nov 1, 1975
The defect
A loose condition may exist between the pitman arm and the ball joint stud of the drag link. Also, the steering arm of the steering knuckle may develop cracks and separate in the upper kingpin bearing area.
The remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the pitman arm and drag link, and the left hand steering knuckle assembly, without charge to owner.
Vehicle description: tractors equipped with power steering F6W front axle andpitman arm.system: steering; pitman arm and ball stud.consequences of defect: separation of the steering arm of the steering knucklewould cause loss of steering control, without prior warning, and a vehicleaccident may occur.