Reported Mar 6, 19843,320 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYBuilt Jan 1, 1984 – Feb 1, 1984
The defect
Components in the locking hubs were improperly heat-treated and may crack or fracture upon engagement of the front drive axles. The broken component on the left front wheel may become jammed against the nut.
The remedy
Cam assemblies in front wheel automatic locking hubs will be replaced.
Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with front automatic locking hubs.system: power train; axle hubs, locking.consequences of defect: this could cause the nut to come off and result in lossof the left front wheel, causing loss of vehicle control and an accident.