1982 FORD F SERIES (MEDIUM) Recalls (2)

Campaign:
83V033000 on 04/05/1983
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum
Manufactured:
10/31/1981 - 05/31/1982
Affected:
670
Defect:
Some of the involved vehicles may have been built with left rear brake assemblies that were incorrectly produced and may have one or two automatic brake adjusters that were intended for right rear brake assemblies. the adjuster works backwards and increases the clearance between the brake lining and drum, instead of maintaining it.
Correction:
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the left rear brake adjuster assembly at no charge.
Notes:
Vehicle description: bus chassis, medium and heavy truck chassis.system: service brakes; left rear brake assembly.consequences of defect: as the clearance becomes larger, the service brakingcapability is reduced progressively. increased pedal travel will also occur.the adverse and progressive reduction in braking performance could affectstopping distance and could create the potential for an accident.note: some improvement in braking performance may be obtained by pumping thebrake pedal.

Campaign:
08E019000 on 03/05/2008
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Affected:
1,937
Defect:
Intercontinental auto parts is recalling 1,937 fuel filters, p/nos alg 44/1 and purolator f10024, shipped between january 14 and february 13, 2008, sold for use on the vehicles listed above. the filter's outlet cap may not be securely crimped to the housing. this could result in a separation of filter's outlet cap from the housing.
Consequence:
If this condition occurs while attempting to start the vehicle, a no start condition may result and fuel may be pumped onto the ground. if this occurs while the vehicle is in motion, the engine may stop due to inadequate fuel supply. if an ignition source were present, fuel leakage may result in a fire.
Correction:
Intercontinental will replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began during march 2008. owners may contact intercontinental at 800-451-2593.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to intercontinental aftermarket fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the ford motor company.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

1982 FORD F SERIES (MEDIUM) TSBs (2)

Bulletin:
942321
Component:
105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
Summary:
multi-piece driveshaft misalignment with center bearing. *tw
Bulletin:
95323
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
trucks may crack on the cab floor near the transmission shifter cover area. *tw

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