Vehicle recall 80V065000 · May 23, 1980

1975-1980 FMC FMC

The studs which fasten the steering and tie rod arms to the steering knuckle may fail.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: The studs which fasten the steering and tie rod arms to the steering knuckle may fail. This is due to an improper key fit which could cause an unusual strain on these studs.
Remedy: A dana/spicer field repair kit will be installed to eliminate the problem at no charge to owner.
Notes: Vehicle description: street sweepers.system: steering; steering arm and tie rod arm; attachment studs.consequences of defect: failure of these studs would result in separation ofthe steering and tie rod arms, loss of vehicle control and, possibly, anaccident.note: owner is advised to check immediately to assure the tightness of the studnuts on the drive axle (front) steering arm.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 80V065000
Reported to NHTSA: May 23, 1980
Filed by: FMC CORPORATION
Owner notification: May 20, 1980
Vehicles potentially affected: 327
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Steering › Linkages › Knuckle › Spindle › Arm

Recall 80V065000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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FMC FMC (1975-1980): 1980, 1979, 1978, 1977, 1976, 1975

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