Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STRUCTURE - BODY - BUMPERS
94V018000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 04/01/1993 to 12/01/1993V (Vehicle)37000002/18/1994MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY01/02/199402/04/1994
Defect SummaryThe u-clip style nuts that retain the front bumpers to the front bumper inner arms can fracture.
Consequence SummaryIf one of the u-clip nuts fractures, the bumper will loosen and rattle causing fracture of the remaining u-clip nuts, resulting in separation of the bumper from the vehicle. if the bumper were to detach from the vehicle while it is being driven, a vehicle collision could result.
Corrective SummaryInspection and replacement of the four u-clip nuts and the associated bolts.
NotesSystem: structure; bumper assembly. vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multipurpose vehicles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact ford service center at 1-800-392-3673.also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
STRUCTURE
9811301/19/1998605574Subject pertaining to red rust stains on the edges of the bumper center vent and fog lamp openings. *tt07/12/1999
974702/17/199751689Frame- rivet replacement with bolts- service tips. *jd06/27/1997
STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR
99-8-1505/03/1999606419Subject regarding door trim panel replacement - service tip. *tt01/05/2001

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
STRUCTURE - BODY
06/01/200390000105/06/2001
 Right side dash board loose. need to replace the bracket i think there was a recall on it.*ak
STRUCTURE - BODY - TAILGATE
06/07/1996303/20/1993
 Tailgate design is poor allowing water to penetrate tailgate, resulting in rusting and corroding, also causes shortage in electrical system.
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS
04/01/1997106/22/1993
 Cross member and axle point rivets failed.