1978 FORD TRUCK POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: LEVER AND LINKAGE: COLUMN
SHIFT |
Build Years/Makes/Models: |
1978 FORD F100
1978 FORD F150
1978 FORD F250
1978 FORD F350
1978 FORD E150
1978 FORD E250
1978 FORD E350
1978 FORD CLUB WAGON
1978 FORD BRONCO |
Units
affected: |
47339 |
Recall
Number: |
78V035000 |
Owner Notification Date: |
March 23, 1978 |
Recall Creation Date: |
October 12, 1979 |
Component Description: |
Power Train: Automatic Transmission: Lever And
Linkage: Column Shift |
Manufacturer Involved in This
Recall: |
Ford Motor Company |
Manufacturer Responsible for This
Recall: |
Ford Motor Company |
Report Received Date: |
February 16, 1978 |
Summary:
|
The shift selector reaction
springs may be deformed as a result of improper installation of selector
levers during column buildup. Thus the lever may not be able to be moved
into the insert detents located in the steering column assembly. This
could prevent the "park" gear from being engaged. |
Consequence: |
Dealer will inspect and, if
necessary, replace the shift selector reaction spring without charge to
owner. |
Remedy:
|
If the parking gear is not
actually engaged and the vehicle is parked on an incline without
applying the emergency brake, the vehicle could roll free. Property
damage and personal injury to bystanders could result. |
Note:
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with automatic transmission and
optional tilt steering. |