Recall 97V-091: 1998 Ford B800, 1998 Ford F700 and 1 more
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on May 28, 1997, covering about 2,400 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: medium duty trucks and school bus chassis-cowls equipped with automatic transmissions. The welds that attach the key to the top of the steering column mounted automatic transmission shift linkage may not adequately retain the key, allowing the transmission to be in a gear other than that indicated on the "prndl", or in some cases, "rndl."
The risk
The domestic special order (Dso) park brake may not engage when the shift lever is placed in the park position, or in the vehicle moving in an unintended direction when the accelerator is pressed. In some vehicles the dso parking brake mechanism also may not be properly adjusted, which can result in the park brake not engaging when the shift lever is placed in the park position, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the steering column shift tube and, if so equipped, to have the dso park brake linkage adjusted.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin june 16, 1997. Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl) |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 97V091000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 97V-091?
Vehicle description: medium duty trucks and school bus chassis-cowls equipped with automatic transmissions. The welds that attach the key to the top of the steering column mounted automatic transmission shift linkage may not adequately retain the key, allowing the transmission to be in a gear other than that indicated on the "prndl", or in some cases, "rndl."
How is recall 97V-091 fixed?
Dealers will replace the steering column shift tube and, if so equipped, to have the dso park brake linkage adjusted.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.