Recall 85V112000: Oshkosh truck corporation

Report received

Sep 17, 1985

Manufacturer

Oshkosh truck corporation

Potentially affected

114vehicles

Model years

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Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Certain front drive steering assemblies may contain a faulty weld at the axle ball flange and housing connection. Consequence of defect: weld failure could result in complete separation of the wheel, tire, brake assembly, and steering knuckle, causing loss of control and potential vehicle crash.

Remedy

Repair fault in weld, reweld, and install a gusset for added support.