1978 FORD L SERIES (HEAVY) Recalls (2)

Campaign:

79V255000 on 01/10/1980

Component:

Suspension:multiple axle

Manufactured:

09/30/1977 - 09/30/1979

Affected:

4

Defect:

The optional tandem suspension assembly may have been installed using a standard beam end adapter kit, rather than the required special kit. progressive deterioration could occur to the adapter to beam end bushing joint, possibly resulting in fracture of the beam to axle attaching bolts.

Correction:

The incorrect beam adapters will be replaced on new units and beam end adapters and bushings will be installed on units in service, free of charge.

Notes:

Vehicle description: trucks equipped with optional tandem suspension.system: suspension; bushing joint.consequences of defect: if bolt fracture occurs, the rear axle assembly couldshift, adversely affecting vehicle handling and possibly causing a vehicleaccident.

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Campaign:

82V027000 on 04/04/1982

Component:

Vehicle speed control

Manufactured:

07/31/1973 - 04/30/1981

Affected:

3,270

Defect:

The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems", due to failure of the throttle to return completely to idle under certain conditions with one of the two accelerator control return springs inoperative.

Correction:

Dealer will inspect and modify the throttle to meet the requirements of the standard.

Notes:

Vehicle description: trucks, heavy, equipped with liquid propane gas engines.system: fuel; throttle return.consequences of defect: loss of vehicle speed control can lead to loss ofvehicle control and an accident.

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