NHTSA Recall 77V009000
NHTSA Campaign Id 77V009000; Date: Jan. 27, 1977
Recalled Vehicles:
1969 Ford Ford; 1969 Mercury Mercury
Component: Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 5,387
Recall Summary:
The front wheel spindle on the involved vehicles may crack in service. Spindle stem separation could occur due to failure of the stem at the inner bearing fillet location.
How to Fix:
The dealer will replace both front spindles, if necessary, free of charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with police package andoptional front disc brakes. System: steering; front wheel spindle. Consequences of defect: should separation occur, loss of vehicle control and anaccident could result.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 16, 1977
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