Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Pickup Trucks Equipped With Reyco Granning Model 345P Air Ride Suspensions, The Bracket Supporting The Horizontal Track Rod At The Frame Attachment Can Become Loose And Eventually Crack And Break.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
F450 CLASSIC TRAVELER
Year
1998
Recall Campaign Number
07V543000
Component Description
Structure: Frame And Members:Underbody Shields
Effect Of Defect
This Condition Could Cause The Track Rod To Be IneffeCTIve In Maintaining Lateral Control Between The Axle And Frame Resulting In Vehicle Handling Problems Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Bracket And Nut/Bolt Hardware. If The Bolts Are Loose Or The Bracket Has Cracked, The Bolts, Nuts, And Brackets Will Be Replaced. If The Bolts Are Installed Correctly And Are Tight, They Will Be Removed And Replaced With New Bolts And Locktite. The Recall Began On February 22, 2008. Owners May Contact Fontaine At 1-704-409-1605. This Recall Has No Relation To Any Original Equipment Installed On Ford F450 And F550 Pickup Trucks Manufactured By Ford Motor Company.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Fontaine Modification Co.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
293
Date Owners Notified
20080222
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Fontaine Modification Co.
Date Report Received
20071127