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Ford L Series Recall 89V189: Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar

NHTSA campaign 89V189, reported November 7, 1989, 39 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 89V189FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Component
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Problem
INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFTS HAVE AN INADEQUATE LENGTH OF SPLINE ENGAGEMENT AND MAY EXHIBIT EXCESSIVE SIDE-TO-SIDE FREEPLAY MOVEMENTS.
Risk
EXCESSIVE WEAR ON SPLINES COULD CAUSE LOOSENESS IN THESTEERING WHEEL AND COULD RESULT IN STEERING SHAFT DISENGAGEMENT, LOSS OFSTEERING CONTROL, AND AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
INSTALL NEW DESIGN INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT ASSEMBLY.
Notes
SYSTEM: STEERING SHAFT.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY-DUTY TRUCKS.

Affected vehicles

Ford L Series1990