Clutch Pedal/linkage Problems of Ford F-450

Ford F-450 owners have reported 4 problems related to clutch pedal/linkage (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Clutch Pedal/linkage problem of the 1999 Ford F-450

Failure Date: 06/19/2000

The clutch assembly got stuck due to a defective clutch plate, causing vehicle to stall which could cause a crash. Please provide further information.

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2 Clutch Pedal/linkage problem of the 2000 Ford F-450

Failure Date: 06/19/2000

While traveling and depressing clutch, pedal would not depress. Consumer stopped vehicle by depressing brake pedal. Clutch plate breaks in same spot every time it breaks, this has happened four times, consumer has been told the motor is too strong for transmission which is causing clutch to tear up. Air conditioner failed, transmission missing one belt and was almost out. Exhaust loose. Wire harness dangling under vehicle, electrical repairs complete, however consumer did not specify what kind of repairs. 3 tires failed, 2 experienced tread separation, one tire general replaced, no size or dot number. Recall 01v046 regarding valve stems, consumer paid for replacement of valve stems, due to they had rotted.

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3 Clutch Pedal/linkage problem of the 1999 Ford F-450

Failure Date: 05/15/1999

Vehicle experienced problem with clutch pedal located to close to the floor which caused vehicle to move, even when clutch pedal was fully pressed to the floor. Asking NHTSA to look into this matter.

4 Clutch Pedal/linkage problem of the 1999 Ford F-450

Vehicle would not go into gear and sometimes would pop out of gear. Clutch disc broke where springs fell out. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer indicated nothing was wrong with vehicle.




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