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Ford L Series Recall 90V009: Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar

NHTSA campaign 90V009, reported January 22, 1990, 500 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 90V009FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Component
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Problem
STEERING COLUMNS CONTAIN AN INCORRECT AND POSSIBLY UNDER TORQUED COUPLING TO STEERING COLUMN CLAMPING BOLT.
Risk
LOW TORQUE ON CLAMPING BOLT COULD RESULT IN SEPARATION OF COUPLING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN OR WEAR ON THE SPLINES AND COULD CAUSE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL WITH POTENTIAL FOR AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
INSTALL GRADE EIGHT FASTENERS WITH PROPERLY TORQUED NUTS.
Notes
SYSTEM: STEERING COLUMN COUPLING.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS WITH ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMNS.

Affected vehicles

Ford L Series1990