Defect Description For Recall
Cracks Can Develop In The Vehicle Frame Near The Location Where The Front Wheel Unit Mounting Brackets Attach To The Vehicle. Cracks Will Continue To Increase To The Point Where The Unit Breaks At The Mounting Bracket Allowing The Wheel Unit To Become Detached From The Vehicle Frame.
Make Of Vehicle
FAIRMONT TAMPER
Model Of Vehicle
F250
Year
1992
Recall Campaign Number
93V206000
Component Description
Structure:Frame And Members
Effect Of Defect
The Detachment Of The Wheel Unit Could Cause Loss Ofsteering Control Or An Accident.
Fix Defect
A Kit Consisting Of Steel Plates That Bolt To The Left And Right Front Frame To Strengthen This Area Will Be Installed.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Fairmont Tamper
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
382
Date Owners Notified
19931128
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Fairmont Tamper
Date Report Received
19931207