Safety Recall NHTSA · 81V066000 Reported June 1, 1981

Steering:linkages:arm:idler and attachment

White Motor Corporation · Steering · 46 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
81V066000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
46
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 1, 1981

Defect Summary

A keyway, which is used on the steering arms to assure that they are properly indexed, may have been assembled out of correct alignment. This causes the drag link ball stud working angle to be exceeded and could lead to early failure of the ball stud.

Corrective Action

The vehicle will be inspected and, if necessary, the steering arm will be replaced at no charge to owner.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized White Motor Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 81V066000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 81V066000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 81V066000?

NHTSA recall 81V066000 was issued by White Motor Corporation on June 1, 1981. It addresses: Steering:linkages:arm:idler and attachment. The recall affects approximately 46 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized White Motor Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 81V066000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.