Oshkosh S Series 1983

Model S Series made in 1983 by Oshkosh got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningsteering, structure and suspension.

Model 1983

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STEERING - LINKAGES - LINK - DRAG - CONNECTION
85V022000OSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATIONfrom 05/01/1983 to 02/01/1985V (Vehicle)38302/25/1985MFROSHKOSH CORPORATION03/01/198503/11/1985
Defect SummaryLooseness may develop at the attachment (ball joint) of the drag link to the steering arm due to an insufficiently tightened retaining nut. this can wear the steering arm hole. consequence of defect: steering looseness could cause handling difficulty which may result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryReplace drag link ball stud if wear is observed and/or torque to specification.
NotesVehicle description: heavyduty trucks equipped with integral steering. system: steering/drag link.
STRUCTURE
91V089000OSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATIONfrom 06/01/1975 to 06/01/1990V (Vehicle)158508/02/1991MFROSHKOSH CORPORATION06/04/199106/13/1991
Defect SummaryStep tread was designed with an upturned edge. also, incorrect bolts were used to attach the steps to vehicle; incorrect bolts may fatigue and break allowing the steps to separate from cab.
Consequence SummaryPersons exiting the cab can trip and fall on upturnededges. also, fatigue or broken bolts could cause the steps to break away at thetime that a person is entering or exiting the vehicles.
Corrective SummaryReplace incorrectly designed steps, replace incorrect bolts.
NotesSystem: cab steps.vehicle description: heavy trucks.
SUSPENSION - MULTIPLE AXLE
84V110000OSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATIONfrom 11/01/1977 to 09/01/1984V (Vehicle)17609/14/1984MFROSHKOSH CORPORATION09/21/198410/10/1984
Defect SummaryThese trucks were equipped with defective hydraulic pressure switches in the load span tag system. when a malfunction in this system occurs, axle to pavement pressure increases when vehicle is operated in an unloaded condition.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe existing control switch will be replaced with a three-position switch which, by use of a neutral position, will preve nt pressure buildup. a new operation label will also be included.
NotesVehicle description: heavy trucks equipped with load span tag axles.system: suspension; tag axle.consequences of defect: this increase in pressure can reduce braking power andsteering control, possibly resulting in an accident.