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NHTSA recall 78V267000

Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections

Ford B700

Reported Dec 20, 1978455 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYBuilt Feb 1, 1978 – Mar 1, 1978

The defect

The fluid return hose installed between the power steering reservoir and pump IS susceptible to deterioration and "kinking". Deterioration of the hose permits particles to enter the power steering fluid system restricting flow. Both hose deterioration and kinking may result in loss of power steering assist and increased manual steering efforts.

The remedy

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the return hose and modify the routing of the power steering pressure hose to provide additional clearance for the return hose.

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Vehicles in this recall

Ford B700
1978

Notes

Vehicle description: school buses.system: steering assembly; return hose.consequences of defect: sudden loss of power steering assist could lead to lossof vehicle control and an accident.