Recalls for 1990 Ford L Series

DEFECT #1 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR

Posted on: 1990-02-06
Description
Steering columns contain an incorrect and possibly under torqued coupling to steering column clamping bolt.

Consequence
Low torque on clamping bolt could result in separation of coupling from the steering column or wear on the splines and could cause loss of steering control with potential for an accident.

Corrective Action
Install grade eight fasteners with properly torqued nuts.

Notes
System: steering column coupling.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks with adjustable steering columns.

DEFECT #2 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR

Posted on: 1989-11-16
Description
Intermediate steering shafts have an inadequate length of spline engagement and may exhibit excessive side-to-side freeplay movements.

Consequence
Excessive wear on splines could cause looseness in thesteering wheel and could result in steering shaft disengagement, loss ofsteering control, and an accident.

Corrective Action
Install new design intermediate steering shaft assembly.

Notes
System: steering shaft.vehicle description: heavy-duty trucks.