Recall 81V-066: 1980 White Truck Road Boss 2, 1980 White Truck Road Commander 2
WHITE MOTOR CORPORATION recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jun 1, 1981, covering about 46 vehicles.
The problem
A keyway, which is used on the steering arms to assure that they are properly indexed, may have been assembled out of correct alignment. This causes the drag link ball stud working angle to be exceeded and could lead to early failure of the ball stud.
The fix
The vehicle will be inspected and, if necessary, the steering arm will be replaced at no charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks.system: steering; steering arm.consequences of defect: failure of the ball stud would cause a loss of vehiclecontrol and, possibly, an accident.note: a prior warning that the defect is present may be detected by anincreased or irregular steering effort.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | WHITE MOTOR CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Arm › Idler and Attachment |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 81V066000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 81V-066?
A keyway, which is used on the steering arms to assure that they are properly indexed, may have been assembled out of correct alignment. This causes the drag link ball stud working angle to be exceeded and could lead to early failure of the ball stud.
How is recall 81V-066 fixed?
The vehicle will be inspected and, if necessary, the steering arm will be replaced at no charge to owner.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.