Recalls › 79V255000

NHTSA recall 79V255000

Suspension › Multiple axle

Ford LNT800 and 5 more

Reported Dec 4, 19794 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYBuilt Oct 1, 1977 – Oct 1, 1979

The defect

The optional tandem suspension assembly may have been installed using a standard beam end adapter kit, rather than the required special kit. Progressive deterioration could occur to the adapter to beam end bushing joint, possibly resulting in fracture of the beam to axle attaching bolts.

The remedy

The incorrect beam adapters will be replaced on new units and beam end adapters and bushings will be installed on units in service, free of charge.

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Vehicles in this recall

Ford LNT800
197819791980
Ford LNT8000
197819791980
Ford LNT880
197819791980
Ford LNT900
197819791980
Ford LNT9000
197819791980
Ford L Series (heavy)
197819791980

Notes

Vehicle description: trucks equipped with optional tandem suspension.system: suspension; bushing joint.consequences of defect: if bolt fracture occurs, the rear axle assembly couldshift, adversely affecting vehicle handling and possibly causing a vehicleaccident.