Defect Description For Recall
Bolts That Attach The Front Axle Track Bar Bracket To The Front Crossmember May Loosen, Allowing The Front Wheels To Oscillate With Front End Shimmy.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
F SERIES
Year
1988
Recall Campaign Number
89V009000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages
Effect Of Defect
Severe Shimmy Could Damage Steering Linkage Or Steeringgear, Which Could Result In Loss Of Steering Control And An Accident.
Fix Defect
Install Redesigned Front Axle Track Bar To Crossmember Bracket And If Necessary, Replace Certain Steering Components.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
19871001
End Of Manufacture
19881001
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
24454
Date Owners Notified
19890207
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
19890124