The problem
There may not be proper engagement between the male taper of the ball stud and the female taper of the pitman arm.
The risk
Steering drag link could loosen and disengage from thesteering gear pitman arm, and result in a total loss of steering control.
The fix
Repair to ensure that coaches have a good, tight pitman arm/drag link joint.
Contacts
System: steering.Vehicle description: intercity coaches.
What to do
- 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.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Motor Coach dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 87V074000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.