Defect Description For Recall
Due To The Wearing Down Of The Serrations Of The Shell Assembly, Loss Or ReduCTIon Of Steering Control May Be Experienced By Driver. This Can Occur When Strain Is Put Upon The Steering Mechanism, Such As When Turning While Stopping Or Moving Very Slowly. Wearing Out Of Serrations May Be Caused By An Improper Fit Between The Neck Of The Shell Assembly And The Serrations, Or Improper Height Of The Steering Column Causing A “Bottoming Out” Within The Shell Assembly.
Make Of Vehicle
MINIBUS
Model Of Vehicle
MINIBUS
Year
1977
Recall Campaign Number
79V170000
Component Description
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Dealer Will Inspect And, If Necessary, Replace Shell Assembly With A Type Having An Adequately Sized Neck. In Addition, Proper Height Adjustment Of The Steering Column Will Be Assured Through Maintenance Procedures To Help Prevent A “Bottoming Out” Within The Shell Assembly.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Minibus Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
34
Date Owners Notified
19790705
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Minibus, Inc.
Date Report Received
19790710