Recall 81V026000: 1981 Ford E-350
- Report received
- Feb 26, 1981
- Manufacturer
- Iveco truck of n.a., inc.
- Potentially affected
- 254vehicles
- Model years
- 1981
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
There are three pinch bolts that connect two universal joints in the steering column and gearbox. Pinch bolts may not be properly tightened. Steering may bind or lock up.
Remedy
The steering column shaft cover will be removed by disengaging and removing the self tapping screws in order to securely fasten the pinch bolts.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1981 Ford E-3500 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.