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NHTSA recall 81V026000

Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

Ford E350

Reported Feb 26, 1981254 vehicles affectedIVECO TRUCK OF N.A., INC.Built May 1, 1980 – Aug 1, 1980

The defect

There are three pinch bolts that connect two universal joints in the steering column and gearbox. Pinch bolts may not be properly tightened. Steering may bind or lock up.

The remedy

The steering column shaft cover will be removed by disengaging and removing the self tapping screws in order to securely fasten the pinch bolts.

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Vehicles in this recall

Ford E350
1981

Notes

Vehicle description: light trucks.system: steering; power steering, pinch bolt.consequences of defect: driver might experience loss of steering control, whichcould result in an accident.