Recalls for 1983 Ford F150

DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Posted on: 1983-03-11
Description
The parking gear may not engage, even though the gear shift lever is placed in the park position.  This occurs if the linkage inside the transmission that actuates the park gear was improperly manufactured.  A pin that retains components on a linkage (actuating) rod could break and the linkage may not engage the parking gear.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the parking pawl actuating rod assembly.

Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with automatic overdrivetransmissions.system: power train; transmission, parking pawl actuating assembly.consequences of defect: if the parking brake is not applied and the parkinggear does not engage, unexpected vehicle movement could cause an accident andpersonal injury.note: drivers should always apply the parking brake whenever leaving thevehicle.