1995 F150 with 120 000 kms, made in usa, 4/95, #1) both radius arm bracket/bushing assemblies replaced. Part is riveted to frame. Both components failed: (a) causing radius arm to 'flop' in its bore, steering & braking control problems; (B) causes radius arm and nut and insulator to protrude forcefully through the bracket, due to metal fatigue. The brackets act as an extension of the 1/4" thick frame, but are constructed of 14 ga mild steel, connected to a 3/4" solid, treated, pivoting rod by an 1 1/4" nut, at high torque setting. Traveling at highway speeds could potentially be disastrous upon failure, as the proper camber of the front wheels rely on their integrity. -Ford parts worker assures, "we replace those all the time." #2 failures of both rear leaf spring-shackle frame brackets. Under-engineered, .020" thick brackets, integral to 1/4" frame, by 1/2" rivets. Both parts 'ripped', causing shackles and the leaf springs to bang into the truck box and bounce uncontrollably upon highway driving. Failure of second bracket due to corrosion of metal - much too thin for the job. Pictures conclude the negligence in its design.* brackets, grade 8 bolts and nuts, bushing and shackles must be replaced simultaneously in order to repair the issue: Back to its original inferiority. Q: how does one access documents that prove suitability of a vehicle's structural component" --does the government not have any standards for Ford to follow? --do the engineers follow the laws of basic physics when they design this sort of component? --can Ford really get away with selling a product that is expected to fail, only to make money on the resale of a replacement? --safety standards must be put into place somewhere: Who enforces them? -- who was the engineer? who approved the plans for these failed parts, well anticipating that they would lend themselves to failure"kindest regards, sol kott

- Hamilton, 00, USA