Ford E250 1984

Model E250 made in 1984 by Ford got 2 consumer complains, 3 investigations there are 6 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to suspension, tires. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic. The car had one investigation (vehicle speed control). There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, fuel system, diesel and fuel system, gasoline. The car has 3 modeles with engines 4.9l, 5.0l and 5.8l.

Model 1984

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 4.9L) 6Automatic, 3 gears15/19/17$ 125114831010
( 4.9L) 6Automatic, 4 gears14/21/17$ 13391483 9 1
( 4.9L) 6Manual, 3 gears17/21/18$ 11021483 825
( 5.0L) 8Automatic, 4 gears14/21/17$ 13391483 825
( 5.8L) 8Automatic, 3 gears12/15/13$ 15621483 825
( 5.8L) 8Automatic, 3 gears12/16/13$ 156214831125
( 4.9L) 6Automatic, 3 gears15/20/17$ 125114831010
( 4.9L) 6Automatic, 4 gears15/21/17$ 12511483 9 1
( 4.9L) 6Manual, 3 gears16/21/18$ 11721483 825
( 5.0L) 8Automatic, 4 gears13/19/15$ 14421483 824
( 5.8L) 8Automatic, 3 gears11/13/11$ 17041483 927

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - HOSE
88V133000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 01/01/1977 to 07/01/1987V (Vehicle)1497509/14/1988ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY08/09/198808/16/1988
Defect SummaryExtreme operating conditions could cause premature deterioration of the engine compartment heater hoses or engine bypass hoses.
Consequence SummaryEngine coolant could discharge onto the engine and itsexhaust manifold creating the potential for a fire due to the high engineexhaust manifold temperatures.
Corrective SummaryReplace hoses and radiator caps; install high heat resistance aluminized stainless steel mufflers.
NotesSystem: engine hoses.vehicle description: ambulance vehicles manufactured from ford cutaway chassisand vans.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL
87V144000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 08/01/1983 to 08/01/1987V (Vehicle)18800002/03/1988ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY09/09/198709/09/1987
Defect SummaryVehicles are subject to excessive underhood temperatures and fuel system pressures in severe duty applications.
Consequence SummaryThis creates potential for fuel expulsion from the fuelfiller pipe which in the presence of an ignition source, could result in afire.
Corrective SummaryInstall modification kits to minimize possibility of fuel expulsion and to shield underbody components from exhaust system heat.
NotesSystem: fuelvehicle description: 1983 through 1987 e250, e350, club wagons and econolinevans and chassis equipped with 7.5 and 1985 through 1987 e250, e350, club wagonsand econoline vans equipped with 5.8 liter engines.
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
85V061000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 03/01/1983 to 04/01/1985V (Vehicle)8500MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY05/14/198505/21/1985571301
Defect SummaryWhen frontally impacted into a fixed barrier at 30 mph, as specified in federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 301, the left frame rails of such vehicles may displace inboard, pinching the fuel/water separator canister between the frame rail and engine sufficiently to displace the fuel/water separator drain rod, allowing the contents of the canister to drain. consequence of defect: fuel leak during or after a crash increases the possibility of a fire.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryInstall a canister shield, a revised design drain rod shield, and modify fuel/water separator mounting bracket.
NotesVehicle description: vans, super vans, super wagons and club wagons equippedwith 6.9 liter diesel engines. system: fuel/fmvss 301.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - CARBURETOR SYSTEM
84V119000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 08/01/1983 to 03/01/1984V (Vehicle)8500012/03/1984MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY10/02/198411/07/1984
Defect SummaryThe secondary throttle shaft may, with accumulated mileage, become contaminated and may stick in a partially open position while driving.
Consequence SummaryConsequence of defect: this sticking could result in a faster speed than intended, possibly resutling in an accident.
Corrective SummaryThe primary to secondary throttle closure link on the carburetor will be replaced free of charge.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 5.0 liter engines, and trucks and multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with 5.8 or 7.5 liter engines; vehicles are equipped with 4 barrel carburetors.system: fuel; carburetor secondary throttle control.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
07E064000FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION E (Equipment)3400010/15/2007MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY08/27/200708/24/2007
Defect SummaryCertain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.
Consequence SummaryA leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.
Corrective SummaryFederal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall began on october 15, 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket carter, napa, accuflow, tru flow, parts master, and parts depot brand fuel pumps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed motor vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
WHEELS
84V014000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 11/01/1983 to 12/01/1983V (Vehicle)105003/13/1984MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY01/07/198402/22/1984
Defect SummarySome vehicles may have been built with improperly manufactured wheels. the welds securing the center sections to the rims may crack from fatigue.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryAffected wheels will be replaced.
NotesVehicle description: light trucks (vans) and mpvs equipped with 16.5 x 6.75single rear wheels.system: suspension; wheels.consequences of defect: if the cracking continues, tire pressure may begradually lost, or the wheel rim and tire may separate from the vehicle. wheelwobble or vibration may occur before the wheel and tire separate from thevehicle. loss of tire pressure, or loss of tire and wheel could cause loss ofcontrol and an accident.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
9552403/01/199539892There may be a concern of poor performance, coolant in the oil and engine knocking and/or hydraulic lock on some vehicles. *tw11/01/1995
BC289395040104/01/19953055505Unknown11/01/1995
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
985A2903/18/1998601036Some vehicles may exhibit excessive brake pedal travel, irregular front lining wear, and brake pull. *yc06/23/1998

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES
PE87017FORD MOTOR COMPANY01/28/198705/26/1987FUEL LEAKS/FIRES
 There is no summary currently available
EA87019FORD MOTOR COMPANY04/30/198710/23/1987FUEL EXPULSION
 There is no summary currently available
EA87002FORD MOTOR COMPANY11/04/198604/29/1987FILLER NECK SPURT
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
02/24/19961
 Springs are inadequate for the weight of the trailer.
TIRES
11/06/20051
 Firestone steeltex radial r4s tire blew out at 50 mph while driving in a narrow, no-stop highway construction zone. flying tire tread destroyed van's rear quarter panel and some paint. *nm