Nissan North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #85V146000

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 85V146000 by Nissan North America, Inc.. Includes 1,340 affected units, STEERING:COLUMN COUPLING, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The steering column is connected to the steering gear by means of splined shaft couplings. These couplings are secured with a transverse bolt and lockwasher. It was found that the bolt was not tightened and torqued to specifications. consequence of defect: although the splines provide adequate coupling to permit operation, extended use may result in spline disengagement and loss of vehicle control which may cause an accident. corective action: inspect and correct as necessary to preclude spline disengement.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 85V146000

Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1985-11-13T00:00:00

Subject: Steering:column coupling

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 1,340

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The steering column is connected to the steering gear by means of splined shaft couplings. These couplings are secured with a transverse bolt and lockwasher. It was found that the bolt was not tightened and torqued to specifications. consequence of defect: although the splines provide adequate coupling to permit operation, extended use may result in spline disengagement and loss of vehicle control which may cause an accident. corective action: inspect and correct as necessary to preclude spline disengement.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: N/A

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-h7pu.3z4s~84zz

NHTSA ID: 85V146000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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