NHTSA Recall 82V105000
NHTSA Campaign Id 82V105000; Date: Oct. 26, 1982
Recalled Vehicles:
1983 Ford F250; 1983 Ford F350
Component: Structure:body:hood:hinge And Attachments
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 600
Recall Summary:
The springs that assist in raising the hood may detach from the hood without warning. The hood can be in any position when this occurs.
How to Fix:
The dealer will replace the hood lift assist spring assemblies with revised parts.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: light trucks over 8,500 gvwr equipped with 6. 9 literdiesel engines. System: hood assembly; hinge attachments. Consequences of defect: spring detachment may cause the spring to strikepersons nearby. It is also possible for the hood to fall unexpectedly causingpersonal injury. Note: the owner is advised to avoid opening and closing the hood until thevehicle can be repaired.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 12, 1982
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