NHTSA Recall 77V159000
NHTSA Campaign Id 77V159000; Date: Sep. 22, 1977
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Ford Fairmont; 1978 Mercury Zephyr
Component: Suspension:rear
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 18
Recall Summary:
The involved vehicles may be in non-compliance to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems", due to installation of incorrect rear axle assemblies. Consequently, early rear wheel lock-up under light loading conditions could result causing vehicle directional instability. Rear braking effectiveness would also be reduced.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install the correct rear axle assembly without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: suspension; rear axle assemblies. Consequences of defect: vehicle directional instability and decrease in rearbraking action may cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.
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