Recall 98V-041: 1998 Ford F700, 1998 Ford F800
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Feb 24, 1998, covering about 1,600 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: medium duty trucks and chassis-cabs. An automatic locking front wheel bearing adjusting nut was damaged during installation or removal by incorrect tools or an incorrect torque specification was used.
The risk
This condition can cause the nut to rotate freely and lose torque. It could rotate until it is no longer connected to the front spindle and allow the front wheel to separate from the vehicle.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front wheel bearing adjusting nuts with castle nuts and cotter pins.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin april 15, 1998.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 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Suspension › Front › Wheel Bearing |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V041000 |
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 98V-041?
Vehicle description: medium duty trucks and chassis-cabs. An automatic locking front wheel bearing adjusting nut was damaged during installation or removal by incorrect tools or an incorrect torque specification was used.
How is recall 98V-041 fixed?
Dealers will replace the front wheel bearing adjusting nuts with castle nuts and cotter pins.
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.