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Safety recall · 86V012000

Steering: hose, piping, and connections Oshkosh recall

OSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATION reported this recall to NHTSA on January 28, 1986. It covers about 107 vehicles across 4 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
86V012000
Reported
Jan 28, 1986
Vehicles
107
Area
Steering

The problem

Large size particles in the steering hydraulic system fluid causes a solenoid valve orifice to plug and malfunction. Consequence of defect: this could result in a partial loss of power steering capability occurring intermittently and at low speed turns.

The fix

Repair kits and installation instructions will be provided.

Contacts

System: steering. Vehicle description: trucks, designated as lvs used by the marine corps.

What to do

  1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Oshkosh dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 86V012000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1984 Oshkosh DA 1500 Series11-
1985 Oshkosh DA 1500 Series01-
1984 Oshkosh DA 3858 Series01-
1985 Oshkosh DA 3858 Series01-

Questions

Is the 86V012000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. OSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATION's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 86V012000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 86V012000 announced?

OSHKOSH TRUCK CORPORATION reported it to NHTSA on January 28, 1986. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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