Ford Econoline 1985

Model Econoline made in 1985 by Ford got 15 consumer complains there are 6 recalls as well as 14 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, fuel system, diesel and power train. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, fuel system, diesel and fuel system, gasoline.

Model 1985

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 - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL
87V113000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 08/01/1983 to 08/01/1987V (Vehicle)1600007/14/1987ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY07/21/198707/22/1987
Defect SummaryExpulsion of fuel due to overpressurization.
Consequence SummaryFuel or fuel vapors in the presence of an ignitionsource can cause a fire.
Corrective SummaryModification of the base fuel venting and emission control system to reduce operating temperatures and fuel system pressures.
NotesSystem: fuel.vehicle description: ambulance, ford econoline e350 cutaway chassis and vans,equipped with 7.5 liter engines.
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 - 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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - MOUNTING
87V111000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 08/01/1983 to 08/01/1987V (Vehicle)25007/02/1987ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY07/16/198707/22/1987
Defect SummaryFuel leak at the top of the front fuel tank in the area of the vapor valve grommet. grommet may split due to compressive load when installed in the fuel tank.
Consequence SummaryFuel may leak from vapor valve and become the source offuel for a fire.
Corrective SummaryInstallation of a newly designed vapor valve grommet.
NotesSystem: fuel/tank vapor valve.vehicle description: ambulance, econoline e350 vans and cutaway chassis with7.5 liter engines.
STEERING - LINKAGES - LINK - DRAG - CONNECTION
86V094000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 03/01/1985 to 03/01/1986V (Vehicle)7012507/16/1986MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY07/15/198607/22/1986
Defect SummaryThe rubber that encases ball stud and socket joint (connects steering drag link and pitman arm) may deteriorate, causing metal to metal contact, and may eventually result in complete separation. consequence of defect: complete separation of the drag link to pitman arm connection results in loss of steering control which may lead to an accident.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryInstall new drag link assemblies with steel ball and socket joints at the pitman arm connections.
NotesSystem: steering. vehicle description: e350 econoline and club wagons.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
9922210/18/19996089681Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt02/11/2000
9624611/18/199650905Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw06/17/1997
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
958804/01/199541029Knocking noise on initial start-up. *tw11/01/1995
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
986403/30/1998601312Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt07/21/1998
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER
9919609/20/19996090087Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt03/08/2000
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
9915207/26/1999608431Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt01/05/2001
001501/10/2000612203Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs06/06/2000
988804/27/1998601238Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc07/10/1998
9751103/03/199751945Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd07/17/1997
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER
9624911/18/199650908Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw06/17/1997
96261212/16/199650997Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw06/17/1997
STRUCTURE
974702/17/199751689Frame- rivet replacement with bolts- service tips. *jd06/27/1997
TIRES
985204/13/1998601290Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc07/17/1998
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE
0115608/06/2001623944Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc10/31/2001

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH
1
 The ignition switch was so hot the consumer could not place their hand on it, it also had a burning smell. *slc
10/07/19962
 Ignition switch failed.
07/15/1994
 While driving after vehicle was parked 45 minutes, engine quit, smoke started coming in from underhood;opened hood, disconnected battery. *ak
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
11/26/1995
 Vehicle parked, fire developed underneath the dash. owner received burns and vehicle was totaled. *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
1
 Recall 85v061 was complete on vehicle, however now the tank will only allow the consumer to fill it up half way. *slc
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
03/05/19965
 Transmission gear shift slipped into reverse, causing vehicle to crash into 2 parked cars. *sd
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
04/04/19951
 Brake failure, when coming step down grading brakes over heated causing loss of brake pedal went to floor. tt
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS
07/01/19931
 Premature wear of front brake pads/rotors, causing right front end noise. *ak
STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
08/11/19941
 Steering column locks up when engaging emergency brake. *dsh
TIRES
07/16/2000109/01/1985
 Rear tire had separation and blow out on july 24, 1999. purchased (2) new tires from firestone on july 30, 1999 and had them put on back and moved older tires to rear. noticed severe vibration and took car to firestone and they found tread separation. i did not realize tires had problems until i read about all the problems in the newspaper.( dot number: tire size: p225-75-r1 )
06/09/19991
 (firestone r17) tire failed. *yc