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Ford F700 Recall 94V244: Steering:Linkages:Drag:Link:Connection

NHTSA campaign 94V244, reported December 12, 1994, 560 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 94V244FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Problem
THE DRAG LINK INSTALLED CAN CONTACT THE FRONT AXLE I-BEAM UNDER CERTAIN EXTREME CONDITIONS. THIS DRAG LINK WAS NOT INTENDED TO BE INSTALLED ON "LOW PROFILE" VEHICLES.
Risk
THIS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE CORRECT DRAG LINK ON THE VEHICLES.
Notes
SYSTEM: STEERING; LINKAGES; DRAG LINK.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS WITH LOW PROFILE OPTION, 6,000 LB. OR7,000 LB. RATED FRONT AXLES.NOTE: IF THE VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPONSERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN AREASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.ALSO CONTACT THENATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT1-800-424-9393.

Affected vehicles

Ford F7001995
Ford F8001995