NHTSA Recall 81V072000
NHTSA Campaign Id 81V072000; Date: Jun. 15, 1981
Recalled Vehicles:
1980 Ford B600; 1981 Ford B600; 1980 Ford B700; 1981 Ford B700; 1980 Ford F600; 1981 Ford F600; 1980 Ford F700; 1981 Ford F700; 1980 Ford F800; 1981 Ford F800
Component: Electrical System:wiring
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 11,700
Recall Summary:
The primary circuit connection, which provides primary electrical power to the engine, could deteriorate due to high current draw produced by builder-installed equipment.
How to Fix:
The main cab wiring harness electrical connector will be modified to eliminate deterioration at no charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: school buses. System: electrical; primary circuit connector. Consequences of defect: depending on the degree of deterioration present,intermittent or complete loss of all vehicle electrical power could result. This would cause the engine to stop running and power steering assist and powerassist for hydraulic brakes would be lost, if the vehicle is so equipped. Thesefailures could occur without warning, possibly resulting in an accident. Note: vehicle should be removed from service until the problem is corrected.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 29, 1981
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