NHTSA Recall 79V035000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V035000; Date: Jan. 29, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 Ford Bronco; 1979 Ford F150; 1979 Ford F250
Component: Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 62,000
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
The dealer will inspect for cracking in the steering arm knuckles on all vehicles and, if necessary, replace them free of charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks, light. System: steering linkages; steering arm knuckle. Consequences of defect: complete disengagement of the steering arm could occurat any time while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss or seriousimpairment of steering control and the potential for a vehicle accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 6, 1979
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