1979 Toyota Corolla Recalls
1979 Toyota Corolla Recall Record
Recall ID # 80V028000 - STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Recall Date:
MAR 18, 1980
Component:
STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Description
THE LOCK NUT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED ENOUGH ON THE STEERING GEAR BOX WORM GEAR BEARING AND ADJUSTER. CONSEQUENTLY, THE WORM GEAR ADJUSTER MAY BECOME LOOSE DUE TO EXCESSIVE PRESSURE FROM HARD REPEATED STEERING.
Consequence
Remedy
DEALER WILL INSPECT THE STEERING GEAR BOX ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES AND, IF NECESSARY, SECURE THE STEERING GEAR BOX WORM GEAR BEARING AND ADJUSTER TO PREVENT STEERING INSTABILITY.
Manufacturer
TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.