Ford Transit: Power Steering May Fail With Ensuing Risk Of Fire

Recalling firm
FORD
Product
Vehicles: FORD TRANSIT. Units affected: 51,712
Reason
It has been established thatthe high pressure connection to the power assisted steering pump could detach. Should this incur loss of steering assistance would ensue. Additionally hydraulic fluid could leak onto the exhaust with the attendant risk of fire. Remedy: To prevent such an occurrence recalled vehicles will have the subject power assisted steering pipe fitted with a retaining collar.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2008-04-08
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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