1995 FORD F700 Recalls (6)

Campaign:
94V244000 on 01/02/1995
Component:
Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection
Manufactured:
02/28/1994 - 09/30/1994
Affected:
560
Defect:
The drag link installed can contact the front axle i-beam under certain extreme conditions. this drag link was not intended to be installed on "low profile" vehicles.
Consequence:
This can result in loss of steering control.
Correction:
Dealers will install the correct drag link on the vehicles.
Notes:
System: steering; linkages; drag link.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks with low profile option, 6,000 lb. or7,000 lb. rated front axles.note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within areasonable time, please contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.also contact thenational highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
95V092000 on 05/17/1995
Component:
Electrical system:wiring
Manufactured:
07/31/1993 - 07/31/1994
Affected:
13,000
Defect:
A connector in the wiring where the tilt hood mounted lamps attach to the vehicle wiring harness was built without sealing plugs. moisture, road salt or other contaminants can enter the connection resulting in crossed circuits, shorts or corrosion of the wiring of the connector.
Consequence:
The headlamps or other front-end lighting systems can malfunction as a result of this condition increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the connector and install sealing plugs in the open cavities. if the inspection reveals corrosion, a new connector will be installed.
Notes:
System: electrical; wiring; other part.vehicle description: light and medium duty trucks, chassis-cabs and cowl-chassis.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed up0n service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
95V143000 on 08/09/1995
Component:
Vehicle speed control
Manufactured:
02/28/1993 - 07/31/1994
Affected:
29,000
Defect:
The hand throttle cable can wear the brass swivel block on the governor lever through which it passes.
Consequence:
This wear can result in the governor jamming in thedamaged swivel and could prevent the governor lever from returning to the idle position.
Correction:
Dealers will install a revised governor lever with a stainless steel swivel. also letters will be sent to vehicle owners that have the same vehicles but do not have a ford installed hand throttle advising them that they may require service if they have had an after market hand throttle installed.
Notes:
System: fuel; throttle linkages and control.vehicle description: trucks, chassis-cabs and cowl-chassis vehicles with inline fuel injection pump equipped fd-1060 or fd-1460 engines and hand throttles.note: the vehicle brakes are capable of overriding the engine power and bringing the vehicle to a stop.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 reasonablet ime, 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.
Campaign:
95E003008 on 09/26/1995
Component:
Service brakes, air:supply:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
01/31/1993 - 02/28/1994
Affected:
3,500
Defect:
Air system blockage in the air dryer occurs degrading the moisture removing capabilities of the dryer when the vehicle is operated in a cold environment and moisture accumulates and freezes in the air dryer or in the line between the dryer and the air system reservoir. the air dryer can become overpressurized causing the air dryer cartridge to separate from the mounting base.
Consequence:
If the air dryer separates from the base, the cartridge can separate sufficiently enough to cause personal injury or property damage.
Correction:
Dealers will equip air systems with a pressure relief valve to be located between the compressor and the air dryer. this pressure relief valve is intended to vent if excessive pressure develops in the air dryer.
Notes:
System: brakes; air dryer.vehicle description: trucks and chassis-cab vehicles equipped with air brakes and rockwell wabco system saver "1000" air dryer.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, contact rockwell wabco at 1-800-535-5560 or ford at 1-800-392-3673. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
97V111000 on 07/28/1997
Component:
Electrical system:battery:cables
Manufactured:
02/28/1994 - 08/22/1996
Affected:
3,300
Defect:
Vehicle description: medium duty trucks equipped with 7.0l liquefied petroleum gas (lpg) engine or 7.0l efi (gasoline) engine with the optional cab floor pan reinforcement. the engine wiring harness or battery cable can be pinched between the optional cab reinforcement and the frame causing an abrasion which could result in an electrical short circuit.
Consequence:
A short circuit can cause overheating and arcing.
Correction:
Dealers will modify the reinforcement(s) and, if necessary, reposition the engine wiring harness (including installation of the revised engine wire harness retention bracket) and battery cable.
Notes:
Owner notification began november 3, 1997. 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.
Campaign:
97V111000 on 07/28/1997
Component:
Electrical system:wiring:front underhood
Manufactured:
02/28/1994 - 08/22/1996
Affected:
3,300
Defect:
Vehicle description: medium duty trucks equipped with 7.0l liquefied petroleum gas (lpg) engine or 7.0l efi (gasoline) engine with the optional cab floor pan reinforcement. the engine wiring harness or battery cable can be pinched between the optional cab reinforcement and the frame causing an abrasion which could result in an electrical short circuit.
Consequence:
A short circuit can cause overheating and arcing.
Correction:
Dealers will modify the reinforcement(s) and, if necessary, reposition the engine wiring harness (including installation of the revised engine wire harness retention bracket) and battery cable.
Notes:
Owner notification began november 3, 1997. 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.

1995 FORD F700 TSBs (13)

Bulletin:
95723
Component:
114100 electrical system:wiring:front underhood
Summary:
the engine wiring harness may become pinched between the cab and left hand frame rail. *tw
Bulletin:
95724
Component:
075000 fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system
Summary:
new service kit for retaining the diesel engine plastic air cleaner. *tw
Bulletin:
9582
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
a revised service windshield wiper motor is now available. *tw
Bulletin:
9589
Component:
105000 power train:driveline
Summary:
revised exhaust brake switch mounted on the clutch pedal. *tw
Bulletin:
951115
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
stall or no start - fuel shutdown solenoid - wiring chafing on fuel injector lines-vehicles built before 10/19/94 with fd1060 engine and bosch p7100 fuel injection pump. *tw
Bulletin:
951713
Component:
112000 electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Summary:
generator-motorcraft 95amp-front bearing concern-fd1060/1460 engines- vehicles built before 7/3/95. *sd
Bulletin:
951714
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
engine- 'knocking' noise - when operating engine at 200-2300 rpm - fd1460 engine
Bulletin:
962213
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
Exhaust - exhaust leak at exhaust manifolds - vehicles equipped with 7.0l or 7.5l engine. *tw
Bulletin:
991311
Component:
015300 steering:hydraulic power assist:power steering fluid
Summary:
Conditions with power steering fluid leaking from the brake pump reservoir at 90 degree elbow on some vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
4709
Component:
101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
Summary:
Some medium duty trucks may have a concern with a worn or binding clutch rod ball end. *tt
Bulletin:
11817
Component:
101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
Summary:
Some medium duty trucks may have a concern with a worn or binding clutch rod ball end. *tt
Bulletin:
98156
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
Exhaust leak at exhaust manifolds--vehicle equipped with 7.0l 0r 7.5l engine. *ak
Bulletin:
01127
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 26 inch diameter fans may exhibit an engine overheat condition. *tt

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