NHTSA Recall 96V177000
NHTSA Campaign Id 96V177000; Date: Sep. 18, 1996
This damage can result in the battery cable developing a short to ground. A shorted battery cable can result in a vehicle fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
1997 Ford F Super Duty
Component: Electrical System:battery:cables
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 5,500
Recall Summary:
A plastic coated steel support strap for the battery cable was damaged when it was crimped onto the cable.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the cable insulation and replace the support strap with a revised, uncrimped strap attached with tape. In addition, convolute will be added between the cable and the support strap. Damaged battery cables will be replaced.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to being October 7, 1996. Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 11, 1996
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