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Vehicle recall 78V035000 · February 16, 1978

Ford Bronco, Club Wagon and 7 more models

The shift selector reaction springs may be deformed as a result of improper installation of selector levers during column buildup.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
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.
Notes
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with automatic transmission andoptional tilt steering.system: power train; transmission shift selector.consequences of defect: if the parking gear is not actually engaged and thevehicle is parked on an incline without applying the emergency brake, thevehicle could roll free. Property damage and personal injury to bystanderscould result.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
78V035000
Reported to NHTSA
February 16, 1978
Filed by
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Owner notification
March 23, 1978
Vehicles potentially affected
47,339
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Column shift
Recall 78V035000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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