Ford E350 1981

Model E350 made in 1981 by Ford got 2 investigations there are 2 recalls as well as 2 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding power train, service brakes, hydraulic. The car had some investigations: suspension, vehicle speed control. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, steering.

Model 1981

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - MOUNTING
84V034000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 09/01/1979 to 12/01/1983V (Vehicle)400005/18/1984MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY03/23/198404/05/1984
Defect SummaryAttaching bolts on fuel tank supports may not have been adequately tightened; also, the supports are too thin. high levels of stress, which could occur under normal operating conditions, could cause cracks to develop in the support straps. if the fuel tank supports fracture, the fuel tank will slip from the normal position, and fuel leakage could result.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryFuel tank supports and fasteners will be replaced without charge.
NotesVehicle description:shuttle buses equipped with mid-ship fuel tank supports.system: fuel systems; fuel tank supports.consequences of defect: fuel leakage may lead to a vehicle fire and personalinjury.
STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
81V026000IVECO TRUCK OF N.A., INC.from 05/01/1980 to 08/01/1980V (Vehicle)25402/17/1981MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY02/26/198103/11/1981
Defect SummaryThere are three pinch bolts that connect two universal joints in the steering column and gearbox. pinch bolts may not be properly tightened. steering may bind or lock up.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe steering column shaft cover will be removed by disengaging and removing the self tapping screws in order to securely fasten the pinch bolts.
NotesVehicle description: light trucks.system: steering; power steering, pinch bolt.consequences of defect: driver might experience loss of steering control, whichcould result in an accident.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT
83-16-2308/01/198368393Unknown11/01/1995
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
SUSPENSION
C85010FORD MOTOR COMPANY09/30/198508/02/1988DUAL REAR WHEEL RETENTION
 There is no summary currently available
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES
EA87002FORD MOTOR COMPANY11/04/198604/29/1987FILLER NECK SPURT
 There is no summary currently available