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Recall 12V-009

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 2011 Ford F-650 SD: Power train (axle assembly).

At a glance

Campaign number
12V-009
Reported
January 12, 2012
Vehicles affected
36 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 f-650 trucks, manufactured from february 2, 2011, through february 17, 2011, and equipped with a meritor mfs08 front steer axle. The bolts attaching the steering arm to the steering knuckle were not properly tightened. This condition can result in the steering arm loosening or separating.

The risk

Loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering arm and steering knuckle, and repair the vehicles as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall began on january 20, 2012. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Ford safety recall number is 11s26.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .

Affected vehicles