Recall 79V255000: 1978–1980 Ford LNT9000 and 2 other models
- Report received
- Dec 4, 1979
- Manufacturer
- Ford motor company
- Potentially affected
- 4vehicles
- Model years
- 1978–1980
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 optional tandem suspension assembly may have been installed using a standard beam end adapter kit, rather than the required special kit. Progressive deterioration could occur to the adapter to beam end bushing joint, possibly resulting in fracture of the beam to axle attaching bolts.
Remedy
The incorrect beam adapters will be replaced on new units and beam end adapters and bushings will be installed on units in service, free of charge.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1978 Ford L Series (heavy)1 complaints
- 1979 Ford L Series (heavy)0 complaints
- 1980 Ford L Series (heavy)0 complaints
- 1978 Ford LNT80000 complaints
- 1979 Ford LNT80000 complaints
- 1980 Ford LNT80000 complaints
- 1978 Ford LNT90000 complaints
- 1979 Ford LNT90001 complaints
- 1980 Ford LNT90000 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.