White Truck White Truck 1984

Model White Truck made in 1984 by White Truck got 6 recalls. There were some recalls concerninglatches/locks/linkages, parking brake and seat belts.

Model 1984

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH
84V101000VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORPfrom 05/01/1984 to 08/01/1984V (Vehicle)283509/28/1984MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA09/04/198409/12/1984
Defect SummaryDoor latch pawl spring was not designed to specification. door could open without warning or door latch may not catch properly when door is closed.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDoor latches will be replaced if necessary.
NotesVehicle description: heavy trucks.system: structure; door assembly, latches and locks.consequences of defect: when vehicle is in operation, person(s) seated byaffected door could fall out and be injured.
PARKING BRAKE - DRIVELINE - AIR
85V103000VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORPfrom 02/01/1983 to 05/01/1984V (Vehicle)4839MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA08/14/198508/20/1985
Defect SummaryThe quick release air valve may contain a valve disc that balloons when the parking brakes are applied and prevent the parking brakes from setting. consequence of defect: although the parking brake is applied, the parking brakes may not be set. this could allow an unattended vehicle to roll and cause an accident.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryReplace the valve disc in the quick release air valve.
NotesVehicle description: white heavy duty trucks and autocar constructor series with 26,000 gvwr and greater.system: quick release air valve parking brake.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR
88V150000VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORPfrom 07/01/1983 to 08/01/1988V (Vehicle)787910/05/1988MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA09/13/198809/23/1988
Defect SummaryThe seat cushion may interfere with the seat belt retractor mechanism keeping it from locking.
Consequence SummarySeat belt would be ineffective and would not restrainoccupant in event of a sudden stop or accident.
Corrective SummaryInstall a spacer behind the belt assembly mount.
NotesSystem: seat belt assembly.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - CONTROLS - FOOT CONTROL
87V145000VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORPfrom 03/01/1983 to 05/01/1987V (Vehicle)3318312/18/1987MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA09/15/198709/18/1987
Defect SummaryFoot controlled brake valve may malfunction by allowing air pressure to bypass control piston o ring.
Consequence SummaryThese conditions could cause overly aggressive truckbraking during normal brake applications creating the potential for a vehiclecrash.
Corrective SummaryRepair so as to prevent brake valve malfunction.
NotesSystem: brakesvehicle description: heavy duty trucks
STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
84V099000VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORPfrom 03/01/1977 to 06/01/1984V (Vehicle)573912/13/1984MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA08/29/198409/12/1984
Defect SummarySteering gear may not be secure because of a loose bolt on steering gear bracket. bolts hold steering gear bracket to chassis.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryUpon inspection, the bolts and locknuts will be replaced, if necessary.
NotesVehicle description: heavy trucks.system: steering; steering gear bracket.consequences of defect: sudden erratic steering may cause loss of vehiclecontrol and could result in accident or personal injury.
SUSPENSION - FRONT - HUB
84V070000VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORPfrom 05/01/1983 to 05/01/1984V (Vehicle)30006/11/1984MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA06/01/198406/22/1984
Defect SummaryFront hubs were machined improperly and could split or break at the wheel mounting flange. the wheel mounting flange holds the wheel and brake drum system together. wheel and brake drum could separate from vehicle.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will replace hubs.
NotesVehicle description: heavy trucks equipped with disc wheels.system: suspension; wheel hub and brake drum.consequences of defect: if the wheel and drum detach, an accident could result.note: warning signs of impending failure are wheel wobble and brake drag.