Defect Description For Recall
The Rubber That Encases Ball StUD And Socket Joint (Connects Steering Drag Link And Pitman Arm) May Deteriorate, Causing Metal To Metal Contact, And May Eventually Result In Complete Separation. Consequence Of Defect: Complete Separation Of The Drag Link To Pitman Arm ConneCTIon Results In Loss Of Steering Control Which May Lead To An Accident.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
CLUB WAGON
Year
1985
Recall Campaign Number
86V094000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages:Link:Drag:ConneCTIon
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Install New Drag Link Assemblies With Steel Ball And Socket Joints At The Pitman Arm ConneCTIons.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
19850301
End Of Manufacture
19860301
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
70125
Date Owners Notified
19860716
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
19860715