The problem
Vehicle description: medium duty trucks built on a 165" wheel base, 4x2 chassis-cabs equipped with a 6.81 Engine, 5 speed manual transmission and optional 5.38:1 Rear axle ratio. The two-piece drive shaft can be damaged if the vehicle is driven at speeds in excess of 80 miles per hour.
The risk
This condition can result in underbody damage or for the drive shaft to separate from the vehicle.
The fix
Dealers will replace the drive shaft on these vehicles.
Contacts
Owner notification has been completed. No further action is required on this recall.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Ford dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 98V235000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.