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Recalls 1
Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- What is wrong
- The low pressure power steering return hose can either burst or become disconnected due to increased fluid viscosity in frigid temperatures.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 97V048000 · Recall details
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Is the 1996 Amtran RS reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1996 Amtran RS.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Amtran RS?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 1996 Amtran RS have?
1 recall, covering steering.
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