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Vehicle recall 79V255000 · December 4, 1979

Ford L Series (heavy), LNT800 and 4 more models

The optional tandem suspension assembly may have been installed using a standard beam end adapter kit, rather than the required special kit.

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

Summary
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.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with optional tandem suspension.system: suspension; bushing joint.consequences of defect: if bolt fracture occurs, the rear axle assembly couldshift, adversely affecting vehicle handling and possibly causing a vehicleaccident.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
79V255000
Reported to NHTSA
December 4, 1979
Filed by
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Owner notification
February 13, 1980
Vehicles potentially affected
4
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Suspension › Multiple axle
Recall 79V255000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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