1980 Ford L Series (heavy)
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1980 Ford L Series (heavy). To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1980 Ford L Series (heavy). Newest first.
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems", due to failure of the throttle to return completely to idle under certain conditions with one of the two accelerator control return springs inoperative.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and modify the throttle to meet the requirements of the standard.
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.
Risk and remedy
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.
Every Ford L Series (heavy) model year
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