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
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - MOUNTING | ||||||||||||||||
84V034000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 09/01/1979 to 12/01/1983 | V (Vehicle) | 4000 | 05/18/1984 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/23/1984 | 04/05/1984 | |||||||
Defect Summary | Attaching 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 Summary | Fuel tank supports and fasteners will be replaced without charge. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle 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 | ||||||||||||||||
81V026000 | IVECO TRUCK OF N.A., INC. | from 05/01/1980 to 08/01/1980 | V (Vehicle) | 254 | 02/17/1981 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 02/26/1981 | 03/11/1981 | |||||||
Defect Summary | There 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 Summary | The steering column shaft cover will be removed by disengaging and removing the self tapping screws in order to securely fasten the pinch bolts. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle 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
Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT | |||||
83-16-23 | 08/01/1983 | 68393 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||||
985A29 | 03/18/1998 | 601036 | Some vehicles may exhibit excessive brake pedal travel, irregular front lining wear, and brake pull. *yc | 06/23/1998 |
Investigations
NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
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SUSPENSION | ||||||
C85010 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 09/30/1985 | 08/02/1988 | DUAL REAR WHEEL RETENTION | ||
There is no summary currently available | ||||||
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
EA87002 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 11/04/1986 | 04/29/1987 | FILLER NECK SPURT | ||
There is no summary currently available |