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1990 Ford B Series

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Master Cylinder

Consequence of Defect

incorrect size master cylinder installed will provide less line pressure to wheel cylinders for a given pedal pressure.

Corrective Action

this could result in increased stopping distances orincreased pedal pressure required for a given stopping distance, which couldcause an accident.

Recall Notes

install the correct 1.75 inch master cylinder.

1989 Ford B Series

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1988 Ford B Series

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1987 Ford B Series

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1987 Ford B Series

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Springs

Consequence of Defect

diesel engine goveernor lever assemblies may have been improperly assembled so that one or more of three retaining prongs may not be engaged in the governor lever pivot shafts.

Corrective Action

separation of accelerator linkage and return springscould occur, causing the time for the engine to return to idle from an openthrottle position to substantially increase.

Recall Notes

replace governor lever assemblies.

1985 Ford B Series

Component

Parking Brake:Driveline:Air

Consequence of Defect

the hydraulic parking brake control valve may inadvertently activate due to momentary pressure disruptions within the system and cause the parking brake to be applied, stopping or slowing the truck unexpectedly. consequence of defect: this unexpected stopping or slowing of the truck may increase the risk of a rear end collision since the brake (stop) lights are not activated. also, on certain road conditions this occurrence may result in loss of vehicle control which would lead to an accident.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace the push-pull type brake control valve with new over-center cam type valves.

1984 Ford B Series

Component

Parking Brake:Driveline:Air

Consequence of Defect

the hydraulic parking brake control valve may inadvertently activate due to momentary pressure disruptions within the system and cause the parking brake to be applied, stopping or slowing the truck unexpectedly. consequence of defect: this unexpected stopping or slowing of the truck may increase the risk of a rear end collision since the brake (stop) lights are not activated. also, on certain road conditions this occurrence may result in loss of vehicle control which would lead to an accident.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace the push-pull type brake control valve with new over-center cam type valves.

1982 Ford B Series

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum

Consequence of Defect

some of the involved vehicles may have been built with left rear brake assemblies that were incorrectly produced and may have one or two automatic brake adjusters that were intended for right rear brake assemblies. the adjuster works backwards and increases the clearance between the brake lining and drum, instead of maintaining it.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the left rear brake adjuster assembly at no charge.

1979 Ford B Series

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Control Unit/Module

Consequence of Defect

certain air brake anti-lock modulators could malfunction during operation of the anti-lock system. a nylon piston within the modulator air valve system can swell from exposure to system contaminants. continued exposure may cause the piston to swell to the extent that interference with the cylinder wall will result, causing momentary sticking or a permanent jam. this can result in temporary or permanent loss of braking for the affected axle.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the pistons in the valve portion of the modulators will be replaced with pistons that do not swell when exposed to air brake system contaminants.

1979 Ford B Series

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1978 Ford B Series

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Control Unit/Module

Consequence of Defect

certain air brake anti-lock modulators could malfunction during operation of the anti-lock system. a nylon piston within the modulator air valve system can swell from exposure to system contaminants. continued exposure may cause the piston to swell to the extent that interference with the cylinder wall will result, causing momentary sticking or a permanent jam. this can result in temporary or permanent loss of braking for the affected axle.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the pistons in the valve portion of the modulators will be replaced with pistons that do not swell when exposed to air brake system contaminants.

1977 Ford B Series

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan

Consequence of Defect

the engine cooling fan blades may crack and chip due to high stresses caused by vibrations. the chipped pieces of the blade could fly into the underhood components. also, these pieces could fly out from the vehicle if the hood is open and the engine is running.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will replace the existing fan blade assembly with one of another design at no cost to owner.

1977 Ford B Series

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Control Unit/Module

Consequence of Defect

certain air brake anti-lock modulators could malfunction during operation of the anti-lock system. a nylon piston within the modulator air valve system can swell from exposure to system contaminants. continued exposure may cause the piston to swell to the extent that interference with the cylinder wall will result, causing momentary sticking or a permanent jam. this can result in temporary or permanent loss of braking for the affected axle.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the pistons in the valve portion of the modulators will be replaced with pistons that do not swell when exposed to air brake system contaminants.

1976 Ford B Series

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan

Consequence of Defect

the engine cooling fan blades may crack and chip due to high stresses caused by vibrations. the chipped pieces of the blade could fly into the underhood components. also, these pieces could fly out from the vehicle if the hood is open and the engine is running.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will replace the existing fan blade assembly with one of another design at no cost to owner.

1976 Ford B Series

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Control Unit/Module

Consequence of Defect

certain air brake anti-lock modulators could malfunction during operation of the anti-lock system. a nylon piston within the modulator air valve system can swell from exposure to system contaminants. continued exposure may cause the piston to swell to the extent that interference with the cylinder wall will result, causing momentary sticking or a permanent jam. this can result in temporary or permanent loss of braking for the affected axle.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the pistons in the valve portion of the modulators will be replaced with pistons that do not swell when exposed to air brake system contaminants.

1975 Ford B Series

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan

Consequence of Defect

the engine cooling fan blades may crack and chip due to high stresses caused by vibrations. the chipped pieces of the blade could fly into the underhood components. also, these pieces could fly out from the vehicle if the hood is open and the engine is running.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will replace the existing fan blade assembly with one of another design at no cost to owner.

1975 Ford B Series

Component

Suspension:Front:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger,Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1975 Ford B Series

Component

Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Control Unit/Module

Consequence of Defect

certain air brake anti-lock modulators could malfunction during operation of the anti-lock system. a nylon piston within the modulator air valve system can swell from exposure to system contaminants. continued exposure may cause the piston to swell to the extent that interference with the cylinder wall will result, causing momentary sticking or a permanent jam. this can result in temporary or permanent loss of braking for the affected axle.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the pistons in the valve portion of the modulators will be replaced with pistons that do not swell when exposed to air brake system contaminants.

1974 Ford B Series

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan

Consequence of Defect

the engine cooling fan blades may crack and chip due to high stresses caused by vibrations. the chipped pieces of the blade could fly into the underhood components. also, these pieces could fly out from the vehicle if the hood is open and the engine is running.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will replace the existing fan blade assembly with one of another design at no cost to owner.

1974 Ford B Series

Component

Suspension:Front:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger,Bracket

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1973 Ford B Series

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan

Consequence of Defect

the engine cooling fan blades may crack and chip due to high stresses caused by vibrations. the chipped pieces of the blade could fly into the underhood components. also, these pieces could fly out from the vehicle if the hood is open and the engine is running.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will replace the existing fan blade assembly with one of another design at no cost to owner.

1972 Ford B Series

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan

Consequence of Defect

the engine cooling fan blades may crack and chip due to high stresses caused by vibrations. the chipped pieces of the blade could fly into the underhood components. also, these pieces could fly out from the vehicle if the hood is open and the engine is running.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will replace the existing fan blade assembly with one of another design at no cost to owner.

1971 Ford B Series

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan

Consequence of Defect

the engine cooling fan blades may crack and chip due to high stresses caused by vibrations. the chipped pieces of the blade could fly into the underhood components. also, these pieces could fly out from the vehicle if the hood is open and the engine is running.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will replace the existing fan blade assembly with one of another design at no cost to owner.