The 1980 Ford B Series has 2 recalls, both serious, with one affecting the electrical connector that powers the engine, which can also cut off power steering and brake assist, and another where brake lines can wear through and cause complete brake failure.
On the electrical side, the primary circuit connector can deteriorate and shut down the engine, and when that happens, the power steering and hydraulic brake assist go with it, leaving the driver with a much heavier steering and braking feel at a critical moment. The brake recall involves the master cylinder's tubing and hose routing, which sits in a position where normal vehicle movement can cause the lines to rub against surrounding components over time, eventually wearing through and leaking brake fluid until no service braking remains.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake master cylinder tubes and hoses may rub against parts of the vehicle during normal use. This rubbing can wear through the tubes or hoses, causing brake fluid to leak. If the leak goes unnoticed, you could lose all braking ability.
What the fix does
No remedy description available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The main electrical connector may deteriorate, causing the engine to shut down. This results in loss of power steering and power-assisted brakes.
What the fix does
No remedy description available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
