1988 Ford F Series Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1988 Ford F Series. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 89V009000Jan 24, 198924,454 vehicles potentially affected
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  Covers: Ford F Series 1988–1989

  Reported issue: Bolts that attach the front axle track bar bracket to the front crossmember may loosen, allowing the front wheels to oscillate with front end shimmy.

  Possible consequence: Severe shimmy could damage steering linkage or steeringgear, which could result in loss of steering control and an accident.

  Remedy: Install redesigned front axle track bar to crossmember bracket and if necessary, replace certain steering components.

  Full campaign details →

NHTSA investigations

• PE94034Under dash firesClosed · Apr 25, 1994
• DP94002Defective wiringClosed · Mar 10, 1994
• PE90023Fire in heater/ac plenumClosed · Dec 5, 1989
• PE89130Firewall fractureClosed · Jun 15, 1989

← All problems reported for the 1988 Ford F Series