6
recalls
The Ford L Series (HEAVY) has 6 recalls covering 9,404 vehicles as reported; model year 1979 is covered by the most (3).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
6
Most for 1979: 3
Units affected
9,404
As reported
Overall stars
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Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Ford L Series (HEAVY) by component
- Vehicle speed control2 · 5,330 units
- Service brakes, air1 · 2,700 units
- Service brakes, hydraulic1 · 670 units
- Suspension1 · 4 units
- Wheels1 · 700 units
Ford L Series (HEAVY) recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 27, 1987 | Ford B Series, F Series (LIGHT), F Series (MEDIUM), L Series (HEAVY) (1987): Vehicle speed controlNo. 87V059000 | Other or not stated | 2,060 |
| Mar 22, 1983 | Ford B Series, C Series, F Series (MEDIUM), L Series (HEAVY) and 1 more (1982): Service brakes, hydraulicNo. 83V033000 | Other or not stated | 670 |
| Mar 26, 1982 | Ford C Series (MEDIUM), F Series (MEDIUM), L Series (HEAVY) (1974-1981): Vehicle speed controlNo. 82V027000 | Other or not stated | 3,270 |
| Dec 4, 1979 | Ford L Series (HEAVY), LNT800, LNT8000, LNT880 and 2 more (1978-1980): SuspensionNo. 79V255000 | Other or not stated | 4 |
| Sep 11, 1979 | Ford C800, L Series (HEAVY), W9000 (1972-1975): WheelsNo. 79V200000 | Other or not stated | 700 |
| Mar 6, 1979 | Ford L Series (HEAVY) (1979): Service brakes, airNo. 79V066000 | Other or not stated | 2,700 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1987 Ford L Series (HEAVY) recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1987 Ford L Series (HEAVY). Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Ford L Series (HEAVY) have?
6 recalls cover the Ford L Series (HEAVY), for 9,404 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is vehicle speed control (2 recalls).
What do owners complain about most on the Ford L Series (HEAVY)?
Tires: named in 2 of the 2 safety complaints about the Ford L Series (HEAVY). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.