Vehicle recall 82V008000 · January 25, 1982

1980-1981 White Truck White Truck

The front axle steering arms installed on the suspect vehicles are of a slightly different configuration than those designed for the application.

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

Summary: The front axle steering arms installed on the suspect vehicles are of a slightly different configuration than those designed for the application. Use of the wrong steering arm presents the potential for improper steering arm to drag link adjustment, which may result in steering lock-up during a full right turn.
Remedy: Dealer will inspect the suspect vehicles and replace defective steering arms at no cost to owner.
Notes: Vehicle description: trucks, heavy.system: steering; steering arm.consequences of defect: steering lock-up during operation can result in loss ofvehicle control and an accident.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 82V008000
Reported to NHTSA: January 25, 1982
Filed by: WHITE MOTOR CORPORATION
Owner notification: April 23, 1982
Vehicles potentially affected: 53
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Steering › Linkages › Drag › Link › Connection

Recall 82V008000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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White Truck White Truck (1980-1981): 1981, 1980

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