Ford LS8000 recalls
There are 3 safety recalls on record for the Ford LS8000, covering 64,260 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Ford LS8000 recalls by model year
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Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- The hand throttle cable can wear the brass swivel block on the governor lever through which it passes.
- Risk
- This wear can result in the governor jamming in thedamaged swivel and could prevent the governor lever from returning to the idle position.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a revised governor lever with a stainless steel swivel. Also letters will be sent to vehicle owners that have the same vehicles but do not have a ford installed hand throttle advising them that they may require service if they have had an after market hand throttle installed.
Recall number 95V143000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control: springs
- What is wrong
- As a result of inherent vibration in these engines, the throttle return springs can fracture.
- Risk
- If one of the two return springs fractures while thevehicle is being driven, a substantial reduction in accelerator pedal effortwould be felt. If the second spring also fractures, the throttle would notreturn to idle position and can result in increased engine speed and thepossibility of loss of vehicle control and an accident.
- Remedy
- The throttle return control system with the coil torsion spring design will be replaced.
Recall number 93V160000 · Recall details
Service brakes, air: controls, pedals and linkages
- What is wrong
- Secondary service reservoir air check valves may not seat properly due to a mechanical interference condition between a circular brass guide and the wall of a cylindrical ferrule in which the brass guide is intended to move freely.
- Risk
- In the event of pressure loss in the supply reservoir,a defective check valve would allow pressure equalization between primary andsecondary service reservoirs, presenting the potential for loss or absence offront braking ability, which could cause loss of control and an accident.
- Remedy
- Install revised design secondary service reservoir check valve components.
Recall number 90V121000 · Recall details
Questions about the Ford LS8000 recalls
How do I check if my Ford LS8000 has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the Ford LS8000 have?
3, covering vehicle speed control and service brakes, air.
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