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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 07V543📅 Nov 28, 2007

2000–2006 Ford F450 Classic Traveler & 2000–2006 Ford F550 Classic Traveler recall: body & structure

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain pickup trucks equipped with reyco granning model 345P air ride suspensions, the bracket supporting the horizontal track rod at the frame attachment CAN become loose and eventually crack and break.

💥 The risk

This condition could cause the track rod to be ineffective in maintaining lateral control between the axle and frame resulting in vehicle handling problems increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect the bracket and nut/bolt hardware. If the bolts are loose or the bracket has cracked, the bolts, nuts, and brackets will be replaced. If the bolts are installed correctly and are tight, they will be removed and replaced with new bolts and locktite. The recall began on february 22, 2008. Owners may contact fontaine at 1-704-409-1605. This recall has no relation to any original equipment installed on ford F450 and F550 pickup trucks manufactured by ford motor company.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
07V543000
Manufacturer
FONTAINE MODIFICATION CO.
Vehicles affected
293
Component
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Feb 22, 2008
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 07V543 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 07V543?

2000–2006 Ford F450 Classic Traveler & 2000–2006 Ford F550 Classic Traveler. 293 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Ford dealer to book the free repair.