Recall 78V035000: 1978 Ford E-150 and 8 other models
- Report received
- Feb 16, 1978
- Manufacturer
- Ford motor company
- Potentially affected
- 47,339vehicles
- Model years
- 1978
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
The shift selector reaction springs may be deformed as a result of improper installation of selector levers during column buildup. Thus the lever may not be able to be moved into the insert detents located in the steering column assembly. This could prevent the "park" gear from being engaged.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the shift selector reaction spring without charge to owner.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1978 Ford Bronco0 complaints
- 1978 Ford Club Wagon0 complaints
- 1978 Ford E-1500 complaints
- 1978 Ford E-2501 complaints
- 1978 Ford E-3500 complaints
- 1978 Ford F-1504 complaints
- 1978 Ford F-2502 complaints
- 1978 Ford F-3500 complaints
- 1978 Ford F1000 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.