Ic Corporation | NHTSA Recall #97V048000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 97V048000 by Ic Corporation. Includes 1,473 affected units, NAVISTAR (AMTRAN)/POWER STEERING, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The low pressure power steering return hose can either burst or become disconnected due to increased fluid viscosity in frigid temperatures.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the return hoses with a hose that can tolerate higher pressures, use improved clamps and a power steering fluid that is less viscous in frigid temperatures.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 97V048000

Manufacturer: Ic Corporation

Report Received Date: 1997-03-27T00:00:00

Subject: Navistar (amtran)/power steering

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 1,473

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The low pressure power steering return hose can either burst or become disconnected due to increased fluid viscosity in frigid temperatures.

Consequence Summary: If the low pressure return hose bursts or separates, there would be a loss of power assist to the steering and a reduction in power assist to the brakes on vehicles equipped with hydraulic brakes.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the return hoses with a hose that can tolerate higher pressures, use improved clamps and a power steering fluid that is less viscous in frigid temperatures.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 97V048000

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Created At: 1742808662

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