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Ford Truck Safety Recalls

 

1978 FORD TRUCK WHEELS

Build Years/Makes/Models: 1978 FORD F100
1978 FORD F150
1978 FORD BRONCO
Units affected: 17,000
Recall Number: 78V023000
Owner Notification Date: April 3, 1978
Recall Creation Date: October 12, 1979
Component Description: Wheels
Manufacturer Involved in This Recall: Ford Motor Company
Manufacturer Responsible for This Recall: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: January 30, 1978
Summary: Some of the steel wheels on the involved vehicles may have been improperly manufactured. These wheels, over a period of time, could crack in the wheel rim area through normal operation, without prior warning.
Consequence: a cracked wheel could cause rapid loss of air from the tire, resulting in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Remedy: Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the wheels on the involved vehicles.

Note:
Vehicle description: Light trucks equipped with 15x6 inch standard or optional steel styled wheels.

 

 
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