Safety Recall NHTSA · 84E016000 Reported May 16, 1984

Steering:power:shaft pitman

Modern Ind. Melbourne Inc · Steering · 921 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
84E016000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
921
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
May 16, 1984

Defect Summary

Incorrect steel was used in manufacture of pitman shaft gear.

Corrective Action

Replacement parts will be made available upon request.

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 Modern Ind. Melbourne Inc dealer and reference recall ID 84E016000 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 84E016000

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

What is recall 84E016000?

NHTSA recall 84E016000 was issued by Modern Ind. Melbourne Inc on May 16, 1984. It addresses: Steering:power:shaft pitman. The recall affects approximately 921 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Modern Ind. Melbourne Inc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 84E016000 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.