Recall 97V-150: 1994 Ford L Series
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Sep 9, 1997, covering about 575 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The air brake reservoir assemblies have poor weld fusion at the welded seams in the reservoirs. This could result in reputure of the seam and subsequent release of the compressed air.
The risk
Rapid release of the compressed air can cause damage to the cab floor or surrounding components and could result in personal injury. Loss of pressure from the primary reservoir would also result in loss of air supply to the front brakes increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the primary and secondary air brake reservoirs.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin october 13, 1997. 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 | Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Reservoir/Tank |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 97V150000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford L Series | 1994 | All years |
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-150?
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The air brake reservoir assemblies have poor weld fusion at the welded seams in the reservoirs. This could result in reputure of the seam and subsequent release of the compressed air.
How is recall 97V-150 fixed?
Dealers will replace the primary and secondary air brake reservoirs.
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.