NHTSA Recall 86V173000
NHTSA Campaign Id 86V173000; Date: Dec. 30, 1986
Recalled Vehicles:
1985 Ford E250; 1986 Ford E250
Component: Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 28,791
Recall Summary:
Rubber that encases ball stud and socket joint (connects steering drag link and pitman arm) may deteriorate and cause metal to metal contact. Consequence of defect: complete separation of the drag link to pitman arm connection could occur resulting in loss of steering control.
How to Fix:
Install new drag link assemblies with steel ball and socket joints at the pitman arm connections.
Recall Notes:
System: steeringvehicle description: econoline and club wagons.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 16, 1986
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