NHTSA Recall 82V004000
NHTSA Campaign Id 82V004000; Date: Jan. 13, 1982
Recalled Vehicles:
1982 Ford Club Wagon; 1982 Ford E100; 1982 Ford E150; 1982 Ford E250; 1982 Ford E350; 1982 Ford Econoline
Component: Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:column Shift
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 378
Recall Summary:
On some of the involved vehicles, the shift rod in the transmission may not be properly seated in the retention grommet of the steering column shift lever assembly. If the shift rod were to disengage, the driver could not select the proper transmission function which would create the potential for unexpected movement of the vehicle.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect the shift rod attachment and make sure it is properly seated at no cost to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with automatic transmissions. System: power train; transmission shift linkage. Consequences of defect: should separation occur while vehicle is in operation,loss of vehicle control, an accident, and personal injury could occur. Note: the driver is advised not to operate vehicle until proper adjustmentshave been made.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 23, 1981
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