RUBBER THAT ENCASES BALL STUD AND SOCKET JOINT MAY DETERIORATE
— Recall Campaign #86V173000
RUBBER THAT ENCASES BALL STUD AND SOCKET JOINT (CONNECTS STEERING DRAG LINK AND PITMAN ARM) MAY DETERIORATE AND CAUSE METAL TO METAL CONTACT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: COMPLETE SEPARATION OF THE DRAG LINK TO PITMAN ARM CONNECTION COULD OCCUR RESULTING IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 28,791 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
86V173000
| Manufacturer: | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 30, 1986 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 86V173000 |
| Units affected: | 28,791 |
- Description:
- RUBBER THAT ENCASES BALL STUD AND SOCKET JOINT (CONNECTS STEERING DRAG LINK AND PITMAN ARM) MAY DETERIORATE AND CAUSE METAL TO METAL CONTACT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: COMPLETE SEPARATION OF THE DRAG LINK TO PITMAN ARM CONNECTION COULD OCCUR RESULTING IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.
- Consequeces:
- Corrective action:
- INSTALL NEW DRAG LINK ASSEMBLIES WITH STEEL BALL AND SOCKET JOINTS AT THE PITMAN ARM CONNECTIONS.
- Notes:
- SYSTEM: STEERINGVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ECONOLINE AND CLUB WAGONS.