Utilimaster Corporation | NHTSA Recall #06V268000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V268000 by Utilimaster Corporation. Includes 11 affected units, CARGO LIGHT SWITCH WIRING HARNESS, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain truck bodies built on ford lcf cab chassis, the wiring harness (consisting of wires and split conduit) to the cargo light switch located on the dash may be incorrectly routed. the harness, if secured to the steering shaft, could possibly lead to wiring entanglement at the gearbox universal joint.

Corrective Action

Dealers will reroute the wiring harness to the cargo light switch away from the steering column shaft. the recall began on july 7, 2006. owners may contact utilimaster at 1-800-237-7806.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V268000
Manufacturer: Utilimaster Corporation
Report Received Date: 2006-07-25T00:00:00
Subject: Cargo light switch wiring harness
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 11

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain truck bodies built on ford lcf cab chassis, the wiring harness (consisting of wires and split conduit) to the cargo light switch located on the dash may be incorrectly routed. the harness, if secured to the steering shaft, could possibly lead to wiring entanglement at the gearbox universal joint.
Consequence Summary: This could result in additional effort to turn the steering wheel with reduced vehicle control increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will reroute the wiring harness to the cargo light switch away from the steering column shaft. the recall began on july 7, 2006. owners may contact utilimaster at 1-800-237-7806.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 06V268000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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