Ford E350 1991
Model E350 made in 1991 by Ford got 22 consumer complains, 6 investigations there is 1 recall as well as 7 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, equipment and power train. The car had some investigations: electrical system, power train and service brakes, hydraulic. There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline .
Model 1991
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - AUXILLARY TANK - SELECTOR DEVICES | ||||||||||||||||
| 91V146000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 02/01/1989 to 02/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 350000 | 12/20/1991 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 09/04/1991 | 09/30/1991 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The dual fuel tank selector valve may malfunction and cause an overfill condition in one of the fuel tanks, resulting in an overflow of fuel past the filler cap. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The overflow of fuel past the filler cap causes a fuelleakage, which can result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace the dual fuel tank selector valve. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel tank, auxilliary.vehicle description: vans and light trucks with dual fuel tanks produced in thefollowing periods: f150, f250, and f350 light trucks built between february 28,1989 and july, 1989; econoline built between february 28, 1989 andfebruary 11, 1991.note: ford has agreed to recall these vehicles but parts are not yet available.parts will be available in december 1991. you will receive a letter from fordadvising you when to schedule an appointment with your dealer to have the recallwork performed. in the mean time, you can take the following precautions:fill each tank to only 1/3 full.if your vehicle leaks fuel or if you smell fuel, stop using the vehicle andcall ford at (313) 446-4654 and advise them of your problem. refer to fordsafety recall number 91s39. an operator will take your name and telephonenumber. a ford representative will call you back. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 95524 | 03/01/1995 | 39892 | There may be a concern of poor performance, coolant in the oil and engine knocking and/or hydraulic lock on some vehicles. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| BC2893950401 | 04/01/1995 | 3055240 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| EQUIPMENT - MECHANICAL - WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES | |||||
| 985A12 | 03/18/1998 | 601010 | Recommended guidelines for towing behind recreational vehicles. *tt | 06/29/2000 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 951113 | 06/01/1995 | 45086 | Delayed forward engagement and/or heat stained forward clutch plates after installing center support service. *tw | 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 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||||
| 985A38 | 03/18/1998 | 601045 | Front caliper piston boots damaged. *yc | 06/23/1998 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 97215 | 01/20/1997 | 51401 | Diagnostic guides for out-of-warranty vehicles to be used as a master copy - diagnostic guides no longer available from adistra. *tw | 06/27/1997 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||
| EA93014 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 06/04/1993 | 07/29/1994 | ALTERNATOR BELT FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| POWER TRAIN | ||||||
| PE91064 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 04/09/1991 | 07/05/1991 | TRANSMISSION FLUID FIRES | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| SQ99005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 02/10/1999 | 09/21/2001 | FRONT BRAKE FADE | ||
| Front brakes can fade | ||||||
| PE91077 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 05/23/1991 | 10/31/1991 | LOSS OF BRAKE EFFECTIVENES | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA91044 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 10/30/1991 | 10/30/1992 | LOSS OF BRAKE EFFECTIVENES | 92V026000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
| EA91031 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 06/26/1991 | 11/01/1991 | FUEL EXPULSION | 91V146000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - STARTER ASSEMBLY - SOLENOID | |||
| 04/20/1996 | |||
| Experienced a fire in the starter solenoid under hood and dash. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||
| 10/14/1991 | |||
| Electrical fire, orinating in the gas tank, wires not being fused. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 08/01/1997 | 0 | ||
| While driving in the middle of highway motor will quit. consumer manages to get it to the side. *ak | |||
| 01/01/1997 | 3 | ||
| Engine stalls. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 10/13/1999 | 3 | ||
| Fuel pump failed causing vehicle to shut down on several occasions. *slc | |||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | |||
| Rear dual doors failed to remain shut due to latch mechanism rusting and corroded. continue with description. tt | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER | |||
| 07/23/1999 | 1 | 12/01/1998 | |
| I have had the vehicle and parts to two different transmission shops and both have told me that this never should have happened. both the drum and shaft of the torque converter have stripped. i still have the parts and would be willing to share them with ford if a settlement is possible. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| Defect in brake system of motor home. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 10/26/1990 | 6 | ||
| Anti-lock brake design causes them to release when a bump is hit, causing extended stopping distances. *dsh | |||
| 08/01/1995 | |||
| Abs system failure, experience total loss of braking while trying to brake at 25-35 mph. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 07/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| Brakes failed twice. *skd | |||
| When at a stop sign the brake go to the floor brake step through . tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| 06/16/1995 | 6 | ||
| Caliper sticks. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - WHEEL CYLINDERS | |||
| 04/10/1996 | 2 | ||
| Rear brake cylinder corroded and became inoperable, causing front brakes to overheat and lock up. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 3 | |||
| Dealer refused recall repair on brake line due to vin. | |||
| STEERING - COLUMN | |||
| 01/03/1995 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel will not stay in the upward position. tt | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| 06/16/1995 | 6 | ||
| Vehicle pulls sharply to the right and vibrates. *skd | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 07/13/1998 | 1 | ||
| The right rear tire, (kelly-springfield lt235.85r16, load range e, dot# pjor bpkv 193) failed, causing the vehicle to leave the roadway and over turn several times. *jg. (alabama uniform traffic accident report) | |||
| 09/19/2000 | 1 | 07/01/1997 | |
| This was the inboard tire of a pair on the right rear of the vehicle. while traveling on interstate 70 eastbound out of kansas city it exploded, splitting the steel belts crosswise. except for the area of the blowout the tire remained relatively intact and did not separate. the ambient temperature at the time was approximately 85 degrees f. no road hazzards were observed or felt prior the the explosion. tire pressures had been checked 30 mile earlier and were 60-65 psi per vehicle manual. protruding belts struck the sewage holding tank knocking a corner out of it and spilling cargo on the highway. vehicle was brought to a stop on outboard tire without accident.tire was purchased on 8/5/99 in temple texas from firestone store #007196-4361, had approximately 6000 miles on it over some extremely hot roads. a replacement tire (cooper tire) was purchased from higginsville tire service higginsville mo 64037 660-584-2504. higginsville dealer examined tire and said that he could not identify any trauma in area of blowout and presumably gave credit based on 70 percent tread wear(which seemed excessive to me). no credit was documented on the invoice but tire was cheaper than i would have expected and cheaper than the one that blew up. (tiresize: 215/85/r16)( dot number: tire size: 215/85/r16 ) | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 10/26/1995 | 2 | ||
| Cruise control failed. | |||
| 12/10/1995 | |||
| Intermittently the fuel throttle sticks causing excessive idling of the engine when trying to stop vehicle. tt | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | |||
| Rear heater pipes are rusted, hot water sprays out from under vehicle. *ak | |||