NHTSA Recall 07V238000
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLYJun 5, 2007· FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Summary
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS BUILT WITH DANA REAR AXLES, THE REAR AXLE MAY HAVE A HOUSING THAT WAS BUILT USING STEEL THAT WAS THINNER THAN SPECIFIED.
Consequence
THROUGH NORMAL USE, THE AXLE HOUSING COULD FATIGUE AND DEVELOP A CRACK WHICH COULD RESULT IN A WHEEL END LOCK-UP OR SEPARATION, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AXLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 12, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-248-0186.
Affected Vehicles
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