Fontaine Modification Co. | NHTSA Recall #07V543000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 07V543000 by Fontaine Modification Co.. Includes 293 affected units, TRACK ROD BRACKET/REYCO, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain pickup trucks equipped with reyco granning model 345p air ride suspensions, the bracket supporting the horizontal track rod at the frame attachment can become loose and eventually crack and break.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the bracket and nut/bolt hardware. if the bolts are loose or the bracket has cracked, the bolts, nuts, and brackets will be replaced. if the bolts are installed correctly and are tight, they will be removed and replaced with new bolts and locktite. the recall began on february 22, 2008. owners may contact fontaine at 1-704-409-1605. this recall has no relation to any original equipment installed on ford f450 and f550 pickup trucks manufactured by ford motor company.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 07V543000

Manufacturer: Fontaine Modification Co.

Report Received Date: 2007-11-27T00:00:00

Subject: Track rod bracket/reyco

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 293

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain pickup trucks equipped with reyco granning model 345p air ride suspensions, the bracket supporting the horizontal track rod at the frame attachment can become loose and eventually crack and break.

Consequence Summary: This condition could cause the track rod to be ineffective in maintaining lateral control between the axle and frame resulting in vehicle handling problems increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the bracket and nut/bolt hardware. if the bolts are loose or the bracket has cracked, the bolts, nuts, and brackets will be replaced. if the bolts are installed correctly and are tight, they will be removed and replaced with new bolts and locktite. the recall began on february 22, 2008. owners may contact fontaine at 1-704-409-1605. this recall has no relation to any original equipment installed on ford f450 and f550 pickup trucks manufactured by ford motor company.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-cf7w~4ks5-5w9f

NHTSA ID: 07V543000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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