Ford B700 1978
Model B700 made in 1978 by Ford got 1 recall. There was one recall concerning steering .
Model 1978
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS | ||||||||||||||||
| 78V267000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 02/01/1978 to 03/01/1978 | V (Vehicle) | 455 | 12/14/1978 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 12/20/1978 | 10/12/1979 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The fluid return hose installed between the power steering reservoir and pump is susceptible to deterioration and kinking. deterioration of the hose permits particles to enter the power steering fluid system restricting flow. both hose deterioration and kinking may result in loss of power steering assist and increased manual steering efforts. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the return hose and modify the routing of the power steering pressure hose to provide additional clearance for the return hose. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: school buses.system: steering assembly; return hose.consequences of defect: sudden loss of power steering assist could lead to lossof vehicle control and an accident. | |||||||||||||||