NHTSA investigationDP79018
Investigation DP79018: Vehicles
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Dec 15, 1978
- Closed
- May 18, 1979
- Model years
- —
Subject
Steering box failures
Summary
Steering box failures
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
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