Vehicle recall 79V143000 · June 11, 1979
1977-1979 Walter N
The steering cylinder anchor bracket, clamped to the front axle near the right side spring, can become loose as a result of the 1/2" dia locating dowel shearing off or loosening…
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The steering cylinder anchor bracket, clamped to the front axle near the right side spring, can become loose as a result of the 1/2" dia locating dowel shearing off or loosening and falling out.
- Remedy
- The dealer will replace all steering cylinder anchor brackets and attaching parts and machine the axle to accomodate a larger 3/4" diameter dowel pin, at no cost to owner.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: trucks equipped with snow removal chassis.system: steering power assist.consequences of defect: this condition causes loss of power steering and thevehicle reverts to manual steering, requiring additional driver effort.depending on the circumstances, loss of power steering could contribute to avehicle accident.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 79V143000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 11, 1979
- Filed by
- WALTER MOTOR TRUCK CO.
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 28
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist system
Vehicles covered
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