Defect Description For Recall
The Involved Vehicles May Be In Non-Compliance To Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 105, “Hydraulic Brake Systems”, Due To Installation Of Incorrect Rear Axle Assemblies. Consequently, Early Rear Wheel Lock-Up Under Light Loading Conditions Could Result Causing Vehicle DireCTIonal Instability. Rear Braking EffeCTIveness Would Also Be Reduced.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
FAIRMONT
Year
1978
Recall Campaign Number
77V159000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Dealer Will Inspect And, If Necessary, Install The Correct Rear Axle Assembly Without Charge To Owner.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
18
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
19770922