NHTSA Recall 03V349000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V349000; Date: Sep. 22, 2003
If the pitman arm to gearbox attachment nut loosens, a noise and a loose feel in the steering could occur. If the condition progressed and service was not sought, the nut could back off completely and the pitman arm could separate from the gear causing a loss of steering. If the warning is not heeded and steering is lost, a crash may result.
Recalled Vehicles:
2003 Ford F-150
Component: Steering:gear Box:shaft Pitman
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 300
Recall Summary:
On certain pickup trucks, the pitman arm to steering gear retaining nut was not fully tightened to the required specification.
How to Fix:
Dealers will tighten the pitman arm retaining nut to specifications. Owner notification began on October 1, 2003. Owners should contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Recall Notes:
Ford recall no. 03s07. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 1, 2003
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