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1979 FORD TRUCK STEERING: LINKAGES: KNUCKLE: SPINDLE: ARM |
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Build Years/Makes/Models: |
1979 FORD F150
1979 FORD F250
1979 FORD BRONCO |
| Units
affected: |
62,000 |
| Recall
Number: |
79V035000 |
| Owner Notification Date: |
April 6, 1979 |
| Recall Creation Date: |
October 12, 1979 |
| Component Description: |
Steering: Linkages: Knuckle: Spindle: Arm |
| Manufacturer Involved in This
Recall: |
Ford Motor Company |
| Manufacturer Responsible for This
Recall: |
Ford Motor Company |
| Report Received Date: |
January 29, 1979 |
| Summary:
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The involved vehicles were
assembled with improperly manufactured steering arm knuckles. Should an
improperly manufactured steering arm knuckle fracture and separate, the
steering linkage tie rod may disengage from the knuckle. |
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Consequence: |
Complete disengagement of
the steering arm could occur at any time while the vehicle is in motion,
resulting in loss or serious impairment of steering control and the
potential for a vehicle accident. |
| Remedy:
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The dealer will inspect for
cracking in the steering arm knuckles on all vehicles and, if necessary,
replace them free of charge. |
