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NHTSA recall 78V240000

Electrical system › Wiring

Autocar K Model and 5 more

Reported Oct 25, 197816,000 vehicles affectedWHITE MOTOR CORPORATION

The defect

Loss of lights and engine shutdown may occur as a result of electrical system failure due to improper circuit crimping and potential heater motor circuit overloading. Also, the fuel solenoid may be improperly fused and the headlight harness improperly routed.

The remedy

The dealer will make the necessary corrections, free of charge to the owner.

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Vehicles in this recall

Autocar K Model

1975 1976 1977 1978

White Truck RB2

1975 1976 1977 1978

White Truck Rbw

1975 1976 1977 1978

White Truck RC2

1975 1976 1977 1978

White Truck Rcw

1975 1976 1977 1978

White Truck RX2

1975 1976 1977 1978

Notes

Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: electrical; wiring.consequences of defect: system failures could occur without prior warning andan electrical fire could start and cause serious injury to vehicle occupants.

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