1983 Ford B700 Recalls

Learn What to Do if Your B700 Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Ford, so if you own a 1983 B700 take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

  1. Call Ford to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge
  2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance
  3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page

Recent 1983 B700 Recalls

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING Recall for 1983 FORD B700

    • Recall Announced FEBRUARY 15 1983
    • NHTSA Reference #83V016000
    • Number Affected 300

    Summary: On the affected vehicles, the wiring assembly to the floor mounted headlamp dimmer switch may be too tight; should wires disconnect, the headlights will not operate.

    Consequence: 

    Fix: The dealer will modify the dimmer switch wiring with a wire extension assembly at no charge to owner.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #83V016000 »

  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES Recall for 1983 FORD B700

    • Recall Announced DECEMBER 07 1982
    • NHTSA Reference #82V119000
    • Number Affected 4,617

    Summary: These vehicles may have been manufactured with an incorrect end clamp on the hand throttle actuating cable. Under certain conditions, pertaining to the clamp-to-throttle cable orientation and distances of the cable to governor shaft, the throttle cable end clamp may interfere with the outboard accelerator.

    Consequence: 

    Fix: The dealer will inspect hand throttle clamp for interference and, if necessary, replace these clamps free of charge.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #82V119000 »

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