NHTSA recall 88E010000 · Equipment
Power train › Clutch assembly › Pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)
Reported Apr 13, 1988260 vehicles affectedCUMMINS ENGINE CO.Built Jan 1, 1977 – Jan 1, 1988
The defect
The clutch mounting holes were not drilled deep enough to secure the clutch to the flywheel.
The risk
This inadequate depth of mounting holes allows theattaching capscrews to bottom out and not compress the lockwasher or secure theclutch to the flywheel. this could result in the clutch separating from theflywheel while the engine IS operating.
The remedy
Retap attaching holes to proper depth to adequately secure the clutch to the flywheel.