1978 FORD P600 Recalls (2)

Campaign:: 80V167000 on 01/12/1981
Component:: Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Affected:: 79
Defect:: Some of the subject vehicles may have been built with front wheel brake hoses that are too long. this may make it possible for the brake hose to contact a front tire during a full left or right turn, which could result in chafing of the brake hose and subsequent brake fluid leakage.
Correction:: Vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, front brake hoses and brackets will be replaced at no charge.
Notes:: Vehicle description: trucks.system: service brakes; brake hoses (front).consequences of defect: brake fluid leakage may cause a total loss of servicebrakes and a vehicle accident, especially in situations where minimum stoppingdistance is required.note: increased pedal travel and sponginess in the brake pedal are warningindicators of brake fluid leakage.
Campaign:: 84V105000 on 10/08/1984
Component:: Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Affected:: 13,500
Defect:: Fan blades and arms may crack and chip, during normal vehicle service.
Correction:: Engine cooling fans will be replaced.
Notes:: Vehicle description: trucks; parcel delivery.system: engine; engine cooling fans.consequences of defect: separated portions of the fan may damage enginecomponents. if hood is open when fan disintegration occurs, bystanders could beseriously injured.