Workhorse Custom Chassis | NHTSA Recall #08V442000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V442000 by Workhorse Custom Chassis. Includes 5,606 affected units, STEERING DRAG LINK/PITMAN ARM CONNECTION, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Workhorse is recalling 5,606 my 2006-2008 w42 commercial chassis and w18 recreational vehicle chassis. the castle nut that retains the steering drag link to the pitman arm may have been improperly torqued during assembly. the improper torque may have damaged the castle nut and compromised the integrity of the connection.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace and properly tighten the castle nut that retains the steering drag link to the pitman arm. the recall began on september 19, 2008. owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-946-7731 or at http://www.navistar.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V442000

Manufacturer: Workhorse Custom Chassis

Report Received Date: 2008-08-28T00:00:00

Subject: Steering drag link/pitman arm connection

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 5,606

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 20801-C

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Workhorse is recalling 5,606 my 2006-2008 w42 commercial chassis and w18 recreational vehicle chassis. the castle nut that retains the steering drag link to the pitman arm may have been improperly torqued during assembly. the improper torque may have damaged the castle nut and compromised the integrity of the connection.

Consequence Summary: If the drag link were to separate from the pitman arm, the driver would not have directional control of the vehicle possibly causing a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace and properly tighten the castle nut that retains the steering drag link to the pitman arm. the recall began on september 19, 2008. owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-946-7731 or at http://www.navistar.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 08V442000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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