NHTSA Recall 07V543000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V543000; Date: Nov. 27, 2007
This condition could cause the track rod to be ineffective in maintaining lateral control between the axle and frame resulting in vehicle handling problems increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1998 Ford F450 Classic Traveler; 1999 Ford F450 Classic Traveler; 2000 Ford F450 Classic Traveler; 2001 Ford F450 Classic Traveler; 2002 Ford F450 Classic Traveler; 2003 Ford F450 Classic Traveler; 2004 Ford F450 Classic Traveler; 2005 Ford F450 Classic Traveler; 2006 Ford F450 Classic Traveler; 1998 Ford F550 Classic Traveler; 1999 Ford F550 Classic Traveler; 2000 Ford F550 Classic Traveler; 2001 Ford F550 Classic Traveler; 2002 Ford F550 Classic Traveler; 2003 Ford F550 Classic Traveler; 2004 Ford F550 Classic Traveler; 2005 Ford F550 Classic Traveler; 2006 Ford F550 Classic Traveler
Component: Structure: Frame And Members:underbody Shields
Manufactured by: Fontaine Modification Co.
Affected Units:: 293
Recall Summary:
On certain pickup trucks equipped with reyco granning model 345p air ride suspensions, the bracket supporting the horizontal track rod at the frame attachment can become loose and eventually crack and break.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the bracket and nut/bolt hardware. If the bolts are loose or the bracket has cracked, the bolts, nuts, and brackets will be replaced. If the bolts are installed correctly and are tight, they will be removed and replaced with new bolts and locktite. The recall began on February 22, 2008. Owners may contact fontaine at 1-704-409-1605. This recall has no relation to any original equipment installed on Ford f450 and f550 pickup trucks manufactured by Ford motor company.
Recall Notes:
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 22, 2008
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