NHTSA recall 98V-235 (98V235000)

power train recall reported September 24, 1998 - about 4 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 98V235000
Also written as: 98V-235
Reported: September 24, 1998
Vehicles affected: ~4
Component: power train

What is being recalled

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS BUILT ON A 165" WHEEL BASE, 4X2 CHASSIS-CABS EQUIPPED WITH A 6.81 ENGINE, 5 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND OPTIONAL 5.38:1 REAR AXLE RATIO. THE TWO-PIECE DRIVE SHAFT CAN BE DAMAGED IF THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN AT SPEEDS IN EXCESS OF 80 MILES PER HOUR.

Why it is dangerous

THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN UNDERBODY DAMAGE OR FOR THE DRIVE SHAFT TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVE SHAFT ON THESE VEHICLES.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 98V-235 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Ford F-450 SD - 1999

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