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Issue Date
2012-02-02
Campaign
12S27/12V035000
Description
Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 F-53 and F-59 stripped chassis vehicles manufactured from February 1, 2010 through July 1, 2011 and certain model year 2012 F-53 and F-59 stripped chassis vehicles manufactured from may 10, 2011 through October 25, 2011. The prndl cable may break at the attachment to the transmission control selector arm assembly mounted on the steering column. If the cable breaks, the transmission gear indicator in the prndl display in the instrument panel will remain in the first gear position regardless of the gear selected.
Safety Risk
An incorrect gear indication in the instrument panel may prevent the driver from knowing if they are in park or reverse, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford Motor Company has authorized your Ford dealer to replace the transmission range indicator assembly and shift lever arm free of charge parts and labor.
Next Steps
Contact your dealer for more information to schedule the free service.
Issue Date
2012-02-02
Campaign
12S27/12V035000
Description
Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 F-53 and F-59 stripped chassis vehicles manufactured from February 1, 2010 through July 1, 2011 and certain model year 2012 F-53 and F-59 stripped chassis vehicles manufactured from may 10, 2011 through October 25, 2011. The prndl cable may break at the attachment to the transmission control selector arm assembly mounted on the steering column. If the cable breaks, the transmission gear indicator in the prndl display in the instrument panel will remain in the first gear position regardless of the gear selected.
Safety Risk
An incorrect gear indication in the instrument panel may prevent the driver from knowing if they are in park or reverse, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford Motor Company has authorized your Ford dealer to replace the transmission range indicator assembly and shift lever arm free of charge parts and labor.
Next Steps
Contact your dealer for more information to schedule the free service.
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