NHTSA Campaign Id 98V235000; Date: Sep. 24, 1998
This condition can result in underbody damage or for the drive shaft to separate from the vehicle.
Recalled Vehicles:1999 Ford F-450 Sd
Component: Power Train:manual Transmission
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 4
Recall Summary:Vehicle description: medium duty trucks built on a 165" wheel base, 4x2 chassis-cabs equipped with a 6. 81 engine, 5 speed manual transmission and optional 5. 38:1 rear axle ratio. The two-piece drive shaft can be damaged if the vehicle is driven at speeds in excess of 80 miles per hour.
How to Fix:Dealers will replace the drive shaft on these vehicles.
Recall Notes:Owner notification has been completed. No further action is required on this recall.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 28, 1998
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