Ford L Series (heavy) 1973

Model L Series (heavy) made in 1973 by Ford got 1 recall. There was one recall concerning wheels .

Model 1973

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
WHEELS - MULTI PIECE
79V200000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 10/01/1972 to 02/01/1975V (Vehicle)70002/28/1980MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY09/11/197912/11/1979
Defect SummaryThe cast hubs on some of the involved vehicles were improperly manufactured. they may be subject to high mileage fatigue cracks at the inner bearing area or along the flange portions to which the wheels are mounted.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will inspect aluminum hubs and, if necessary, replace them with cast iron hubs without charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: trucks equipped with 12,000 lb. front axles and castaluminum front wheel hubs.system: wheels; cast hubs.consequences of defect: continued operation could lead to a separation of thewheel and tire from the vehicle. loss of vehicle control and an accident couldfollow.