Recall 98V-116: 1999 Ford F-250, 1999 Ford F-350 and 2 more
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on May 29, 1998, covering about 90,000 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: medium duty trucks and chassis-cabs. One or more of the four rivets on the lower steering shaft flex coupling may not have been crimped during the sub-assembly process.
The risk
If a rivet is not crimped, the flex joint can rotate on the shaft and there would be a reduction in or loss of steering control.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the lower steering shaft rivets and replace any shafts with uncrimped rivets.
Notes
Owner notification began may 26, 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 | Steering › Gear Box (Other Than Rack and Pinion) |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V116000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford F-250 | 1999 | All years |
| Ford F-350 | 1999 | All years |
| Ford F-450 SD | 1999 | All years |
| Ford F-550 SD | 1999 | 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 98V-116?
Vehicle description: medium duty trucks and chassis-cabs. One or more of the four rivets on the lower steering shaft flex coupling may not have been crimped during the sub-assembly process.
How is recall 98V-116 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the lower steering shaft rivets and replace any shafts with uncrimped rivets.
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.