Defect Description For Recall
Certain Air Brake Anti-Lock Modulators Could MalfunCTIon During Operation Of The Anti-Lock System. A Nylon Piston Within The Modulator Air Valve System Can Swell From Exposure To System Contaminants. Continued Exposure May Cause The Piston To Swell To The Extent That Interference With The Cylinder Wall Will Result, Causing Momentary Sticking Or A Permanent Jam. This Can Result In Temporary Or Permanent Loss Of Braking For The Affected Axle.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
CL SERIES
Year
1976
Recall Campaign Number
79V077000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Control Unit/Module
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
The Pistons In The Valve Portion Of The Modulators Will Be Replaced With Pistons That Do Not Swell When Exposed To Air Brake System Contaminants.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
19750201
End Of Manufacture
19790301
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
65000
Date Owners Notified
19791109
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
19790329