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NHTSA recall 80V065000

Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm

Fmc Fmc

Reported May 23, 1980327 vehicles affectedFMC CORPORATIONBuilt Sep 1, 1974 – May 1, 1980

The defect

The studs which fasten the steering and tie rod arms to the steering knuckle may fail. This IS due to an improper key fit which could cause an unusual strain on these studs.

The remedy

A dana/spicer field repair kit will be installed to eliminate the problem at no charge to owner.

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Vehicles in this recall

Fmc Fmc
197519761977197819791980

Notes

Vehicle description: street sweepers.system: steering; steering arm and tie rod arm; attachment studs.consequences of defect: failure of these studs would result in separation ofthe steering and tie rod arms, loss of vehicle control and, possibly, anaccident.note: owner IS advised to check immediately to assure the tightness of the studnuts on the drive axle (front) steering arm.