1980 Mercedes Benz L1013
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1980 Mercedes Benz L1013. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1980 Mercedes Benz L1013. Newest first.
Slot in steering drag link to allow for clamping of the ball joint may not be fully closed by the ball joint thread.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Water may enter the drag link and result in corrosionwhich lowers strength of drag link making it subject to fracture.
Remedy
Replace drag link if opening exist; also, threaded stud of ball joint has been extended for complete closure of the slot.
An incorrect rim flap has been installed which allows the inner tube to protrude through the rim valve opening and cause a chafing condition. This could lead to rapid loss of air from the tire.
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