Ford · Canada · High
Ford L Series: Electrical
Affects Ford L Series · 1982 — about 8 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain LN7000 chassis cabs with 3208 diesel engines and single-system hydraulic brakes. Due to possible misindexing of positive starter cable at solenoid connection, cable could contact a steel brake tube causing insulation damage and electrical short circuit. A hold could be formed in the brake tube with resultant loss of brake fluid and impaired braking.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational