The 1979 Ford F-250 has 3 recalls, the most serious affecting four-wheel-drive models where a steering arm knuckle can fracture, detach the tie rod from the steering linkage, and cause a sudden and complete loss of steering control.
The remaining two recalls affect specific configurations. On regular cab, two-wheel-drive trucks with a 6,200 or 6,900 pound gross vehicle weight rating, the front disc brake hub and rotor assemblies were built with components intended for the 1980 model year. As the inner brake linings wear down, they can slip out of the shoe slot, which may reduce braking effectiveness. There is also a fuel system concern: certain trucks were built without a protective shield at the right front corner of the midship fuel tank, and in a frontal collision the tank can contact the transmission housing or front driveshaft joint, raising the risk of fuel system damage.
At a glance
What can fail
Your truck has 1980 brake hub and rotor assemblies instead of 1979 parts. As brake linings wear, the inner lining can slip out of its slot, wedge between the rotor and spindle, and lock up one front wheel or cause brake fluid loss.
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 steering arm knuckle in the front wheel assembly can crack and break apart, causing the tie rod to detach. This can result in loss of steering control.
What the fix does
No remedy description available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The midship fuel tank lacks a protective shield at the right front corner. During a 30 mph crash into a fixed barrier, the unshielded tank can contact the transmission extension housing or driveshaft, causing fuel to spill beyond safe limits.
What the fix does
A fuel tank shield will be installed at the right front corner of the midship fuel tank to prevent contact with transmission or driveshaft components.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
