Suspension: multiple axleRecall 73V-029 · 1972–1973 Ford LT9000
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall 73V-029 covers 280 1972–1973 Ford LT9000 for a suspension: multiple axle problem, reported to NHTSA on February 12, 1973.
Source: NHTSA recall 73V029000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
The fix
The remedy has not been described yet.
FORD CAMPAIGN NO N/A.HEAVY DUTY TRUCK EQUIPPED WITH TANDEM SUSPENSION WALKINGBEAM.POSSIBILITY THAT THE TANDEM WALKING BEAM MAY HAVE SURFACE CRACKS OUTSIDEOF THE CENTER BUSHING HUB AND IN THE I-BEAM FLAUGE.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS,AND AFTER EXTENDED SERVICE, THE BEAMS COULD FRACTURE AND AFFECT THE DIRECTIONALSTABILITY OF THE VEHICLE.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACE WHERE NECESSARY.)
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from August 1, 1971 to January 1, 1973. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.