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1997 M-B 260 problems

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Steering: linkages: rod: relay: connectingReported September 22, 1999 · 5 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: transit buses equipped with spicer 6,000 or 8,000 lb. Front steer axles. The tie rod end can pull outboard and separate from the tie rod tube due to improper thread engagement between the male tie rod end and the female tube.
Risk
Separation of the tie rod end could result in loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Spicer is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will replace the complete tie rod assembly.

Recall number 99V033005 · Recall details

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1 recall, covering steering.

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