1995 FORD F700
5 recalls, 6 complaints - 15 TSBs
97V111000 Jul 14, 1997
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 7.0L LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS (LPG) ENGINE OR 7.0L EFI (GASOLINE) ENGINE WITH THE OPTIONAL CAB FLOOR PAN REINFORCEMENT. THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS OR BATTERY CABLE CAN BE PINCHED BETWEEN THE OPTIONAL CAB REINFORCEMENT AND THE FRAME CAUSING AN ABR... Read more
Consequence
A SHORT CIRCUIT CAN CAUSE OVERHEATING AND ARCING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE REINFORCEMENT(S) AND, IF NECESSARY, REPOSITION THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS (INCLUDING INSTALLATION OF THE REVISED ENGINE WIRE HARNESS RETENTION BRACKET) AND BATTERY CABLE.
95V143000 Aug 2, 1995
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect Description
THE HAND THROTTLE CABLE CAN WEAR THE BRASS SWIVEL BLOCK ON THE GOVERNOR LEVER THROUGH WHICH IT PASSES.
Consequence
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.
95E003008 Jun 13, 1995
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
AIR SYSTEM BLOCKAGE IN THE AIR DRYER OCCURS DEGRADING THE MOISTURE REMOVING CAPABILITIES OF THE DRYER WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN A COLD ENVIRONMENT AND MOISTURE ACCUMULATES AND FREEZES IN THE AIR DRYER OR IN THE LINE BETWEEN THE DRYER AND THE AIR SYSTEM RESERVOIR. THE AIR DRYER CAN BECOME OVERP... Read more
Consequence
IF THE AIR DRYER SEPARATES FROM THE BASE, THE CARTRIDGE CAN SEPARATE SUFFICIENTLY ENOUGH TO CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL EQUIP AIR SYSTEMS WITH A PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE TO BE LOCATED BETWEEN THE COMPRESSOR AND THE AIR DRYER. THIS PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE IS INTENDED TO VENT IF EXCESSIVE PRESSURE DEVELOPS IN THE AIR DRYER.
95V092000 May 9, 1995
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
A CONNECTOR IN THE WIRING WHERE THE TILT HOOD MOUNTED LAMPS ATTACH TO THE VEHICLE WIRING HARNESS WAS BUILT WITHOUT SEALING PLUGS. MOISTURE, ROAD SALT OR OTHER CONTAMINANTS CAN ENTER THE CONNECTION RESULTING IN CROSSED CIRCUITS, SHORTS OR CORROSION OF THE WIRING OF THE CONNECTOR.
Consequence
THE HEADLAMPS OR OTHER FRONT-END LIGHTING SYSTEMS CAN MALFUNCTION AS A RESULT OF THIS CONDITION INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CONNECTOR AND INSTALL SEALING PLUGS IN THE OPEN CAVITIES. IF THE INSPECTION REVEALS CORROSION, A NEW CONNECTOR WILL BE INSTALLED.
94V244000 Dec 12, 1994
STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Defect Description
THE DRAG LINK INSTALLED CAN CONTACT THE FRONT AXLE I-BEAM UNDER CERTAIN EXTREME CONDITIONS. THIS DRAG LINK WAS NOT INTENDED TO BE INSTALLED ON "LOW PROFILE" VEHICLES.
Consequence
THIS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE CORRECT DRAG LINK ON THE VEHICLES.
Complaint Statistics
6 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| PARKING BRAKE | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Mar 31, 1998
WIRING HARNESS LOCATION IS TOO CLOSE TO THE MANIFOLD THEREFORE BURNING AND MELTING WIRES, RECALL WORK DONE ON WIRING HARNESS HOWEVER PROBLEM NOT SOLVED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Mar 23, 1998
Incident date: Dec 11, 1997
STARTER WILL NOT DISENGAGE, VEHICLE KEEPS RUNNING AFTER SWITCH IS TURNED OFF.
PARKING BRAKE
Mar 23, 1998
Incident date: Dec 11, 1997
EMERGENCY BRAKES FAILED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Aug 14, 1997
Incident date: Jan 20, 1997
CRUSHED/SHORTED WIRES IN IGNITION WIRING HARNESS CAUSE ENGINE TO STALL.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Sep 23, 1996
WIRING HARNESS ROUTED UNDER CAB FLOORBOARDS SEAM, CAUSING SHARP SEAM TO WEAR THROUGH INSULATION, CAUSING FIRE. (FIRST VEHICLE ON 601570) *DH
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Apr 17, 1996
Incident date: Dec 8, 1995
WIRING ROUTED IN SUCH A MANNER THAT IT IS DIRECTLY AGAINST SHARP EDGE OF CAB FLOOR, WHICH CUTS INTO WIRE. *DSH
Technical Service Bulletins, 1995 FORD F700
15 manufacturer communications from 13 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 3 |
| 114100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD | 2 |
| 063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | 2 |
| 101100 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) | 2 |
| 075000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM | 1 |
| 136200 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR | 1 |
| 105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE | 1 |
| 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 1 |
01127
Jun 25, 2001
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 26 INCH DIAMETER FANS MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE OVERHEAT CONDITION. *TT
991311
Jun 28, 1999
015300 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID
CONDITIONS WITH POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKING FROM THE BRAKE PUMP RESERVOIR AT 90 DEGREE ELBOW ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT
98156
Aug 3, 1998
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
EXHAUST LEAK AT EXHAUST MANIFOLDS--VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH 7.0L 0R 7.5L ENGINE. *AK
4709
Aug 1, 1998
101100 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
SOME MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS MAY HAVE A CONCERN WITH A WORN OR BINDING CLUTCH ROD BALL END. *TT
11817
Aug 1, 1998
101100 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
SOME MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS MAY HAVE A CONCERN WITH A WORN OR BINDING CLUTCH ROD BALL END. *TT
962213
Oct 21, 1996
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
EXHAUST - EXHAUST LEAK AT EXHAUST MANIFOLDS - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.0L OR 7.5L ENGINE. *TW
951713
Aug 1, 1995
112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
GENERATOR-MOTORCRAFT 95AMP-FRONT BEARING CONCERN-FD1060/1460 ENGINES- VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 7/3/95. *SD
951714
Aug 1, 1995
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
ENGINE- 'KNOCKING' NOISE - WHEN OPERATING ENGINE AT 200-2300 RPM - FD1460 ENGINE
951115
Jun 1, 1995
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
STALL OR NO START - FUEL SHUTDOWN SOLENOID - WIRING CHAFING ON FUEL INJECTOR LINES-VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 10/19/94 WITH FD1060 ENGINE AND BOSCH P7100 FUEL INJECTION PUMP. *TW
951115
Jun 1, 1995
114100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
STALL OR NO START - FUEL SHUTDOWN SOLENOID - WIRING CHAFING ON FUEL INJECTOR LINES-VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 10/19/94 WITH FD1060 ENGINE AND BOSCH P7100 FUEL INJECTION PUMP. *TW
95723
Apr 1, 1995
114100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS MAY BECOME PINCHED BETWEEN THE CAB AND LEFT HAND FRAME RAIL. *TW
95724
Apr 1, 1995
075000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
NEW SERVICE KIT FOR RETAINING THE DIESEL ENGINE PLASTIC AIR CLEANER. *TW
9582
Apr 1, 1995
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
A REVISED SERVICE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR IS NOW AVAILABLE. *TW
9582
Apr 1, 1995
136200 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
A REVISED SERVICE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR IS NOW AVAILABLE. *TW
9589
Apr 1, 1995
105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
REVISED EXHAUST BRAKE SWITCH MOUNTED ON THE CLUTCH PEDAL. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, FORD F700
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE90043
Opened: Feb 21, 1990 , Closed: Jul 6, 1990
BRAKE CHAMBER FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
FORD F700 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FORD F700 across all model years (1967, 1998).
42
Total Recalls
18
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
4
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
FORD F700 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 1995 (current) | 5 | 6 | |
| 1994 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1993 | 4 | 1 | View |
| 1992 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1990 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1989 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1988 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1987 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1984 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1983 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1981 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1980 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1979 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 1976 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1975 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1971 | 2 | 3 | View |
| 1970 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1969 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1968 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1967 | 2 | 0 | View |