Vehicle recall 97V048000 · March 27, 1997
Amtran RC, RE and 1 more model
The low pressure power steering return hose can either burst or become disconnected due to increased fluid viscosity in frigid temperatures.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The low pressure power steering return hose can either burst or become disconnected due to increased fluid viscosity in frigid temperatures.
- Consequence
- If the low pressure return hose bursts or separates, there would be a loss of power assist to the steering and a reduction in power assist to the brakes on vehicles equipped with hydraulic brakes.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the return hoses with a hose that can tolerate higher pressures, use improved clamps and a power steering fluid that is less viscous in frigid temperatures.
- Notes
- Owner notification:owner notification is expected to beginapril 29, 1997. Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact amtran at 1-800-843-5615 or navistar at 10800-448-7825.ALSO contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 97V048000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 27, 1997
- Filed by
- AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION CORP.
- Owner notification
- April 22, 1997
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,473
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
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