Ford Escort 1983
Model Escort made in 1983 by Ford got 7 consumer complains, 3 investigations there are 5 recalls as well as 8 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, fuel system, gasoline and other. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, power train and service brakes, hydraulic. The car had some investigations: engine and engine cooling, seats and vehicle speed control. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, latches/locks/linkages and seat belts.
Model 1983
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 - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | ||||||||||||||||
| 88V193000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 06/01/1983 to 06/01/1983 | V (Vehicle) | 550 | 01/23/1989 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 12/19/1988 | 12/30/1988 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The diaphragm material of the mechanical fuel pumps may deteriorate and allow the diaphragm to rupture. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel pumped through the ruptured diaphragm and out ofthe vent opening could result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Install new mechanical fuel pumps with improved diaphragm material and revise wiring for electric fuel pump circuits. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel pumps.vehicle description: passenger cars with specially equipped engines for methanolfuels. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | ||||||||||||||||
| 82V088000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 08/01/1982 to 08/01/1982 | V (Vehicle) | 2800 | 09/01/1982 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 09/16/1982 | 09/24/1982 | 571 | 301 | |||||
| Defect Summary | During a crash barrier test, the rubber hose connecting the fuel tank and the metal filler pipe vent tube was cut, resulting in fuel leakage. the involved vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, fuel system integrity. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will install a brace between the right side rear quarter panel and the body side rail to improve fuel tank impact resistance. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel tank and filler bracket.consequences of defect: fuel leakage following an accident could result in avehicle fire and injuries to vehicle passengers. | |||||||||||||||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | ||||||||||||||||
| 83V063000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 07/01/1980 to 03/01/1983 | V (Vehicle) | 610000 | 07/18/1983 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 06/22/1983 | 07/08/1983 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Door lock pillars could develop fatigue cracks from normal usage of door, at the point where door latch striker reinforcements are attached. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Any damaged lock pillars will be repaired and reinforcements will be installed between the door latch striker and lock pillars. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles; two door.system: structure; door lock pillars.consequences of defect: door may not latch properly. in driving over roughroads the door could open, allowing passenger to fall from vehicle and becomeinjured. | |||||||||||||||
| SEAT BELTS - REAR | ||||||||||||||||
| 85V067000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 05/01/1982 to 08/01/1983 | V (Vehicle) | 515000 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 05/21/1985 | 05/31/1985 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Rear seat belt retractors may allow twisted webbing to enter the retractor housing and jam the retractor. consequence of defect: a jammed retractor would interfere with webbing retraction and withdrawal. this will discourage seat belt usage. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | A clip will be inserted into the retractor housing webbing to prevent jamming. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger cars with floor mounted rear seat belt retractors. system: rear seat belt retractors. | |||||||||||||||
| SEATS | ||||||||||||||||
| 84V071000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 08/01/1980 to 08/01/1983 | V (Vehicle) | 261400 | 08/14/1984 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 06/15/1984 | 06/20/1984 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Seat frame structure could sever front seat belts if vehicle is involved in an accident, depending on force of impact. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will install a molded spacer between reinforcement plates and lower decorative plastic cover. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with non-reclining frontseats.system: interior; front seat belts.consequences of defect: if seat belt is cut during impact, front passengerswill no longer be protected by safety belt, which could result in personalinjury.note: until the defect can be corrected, seat belts should be used as they doafford some protection. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 98246 | 12/07/1998 | 604059 | Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc | 03/16/1999 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 9888 | 04/27/1998 | 601238 | Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc | 07/10/1998 | |
| 97511 | 03/03/1997 | 51945 | Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd | 07/17/1997 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||||
| SFA/94L01 | 03/01/1995 | 3011600 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| 9562 | 03/01/1995 | 39900 | Roughness concern during brake application. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
| 95161 | 08/01/1995 | 45947 | Sheet metal-roof panel and drip rail replacement- seam sealer application procedure.*sd | 04/25/1996 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 01157 | 08/06/2001 | 623988 | Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc | 10/31/2001 | |
| RC INDEX | 02/01/1983 | X | 69012 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | ||||||
| DP86016 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 07/24/1986 | 08/07/1986 | STALLING | ||
| Stalling | ||||||
| SEATS | ||||||
| EA86010 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/26/1986 | 07/28/1989 | SEATBACK FAILURE | 86V082000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
| DP84017 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 05/30/1984 | 09/10/1984 | STALLING AND CARBURETOR MALFUNCTIONS | ||
| Stalling and carburetor malfunctions | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH | |||
| 06/01/1995 | 1 | 01/01/1993 | |
| Ignition switch shorted, causing fire. (first vehicle on 601624, 601627) | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||
| While driving on highway owner smelled smoke. driver lifted hood and wiring harness was on fire near firewall. please describe details. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - CARBURETOR SYSTEM | |||
| 1 | 01/25/1983 | ||
| Possible carburator failure may have caused vehicle to hesitate while driving. nlm | |||
| OTHER | |||
| 08/28/2003 | 08/21/2003 | ||
| The car purchased was for 1800 and the mechanic where purchased from told eric that the car was fully inspected and ready for the road. his girlfriend test drove the car and told greg that the brakes didnt work he said he'd have them looked at. had the car for 2 days after he supposedly re-checked them and brought the car to monro muffler to be re-checked and found that the whole underside of the car was rusted and rotted straight through. the car is unable to be driven and greg refuses to return the money to the consumer. if you could please help us out that would be great. phone me at 860-589-9445 | |||
| SEAT BELTS | |||
| 04/01/1997 | 3 | 05/01/1993 | |
| Electric seat belts failed. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 11/05/1995 | 1 | ||
| Brakes failed, causing accident/injuries.( new jersey state police report) | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 05/14/1996 | 4 | ||
| Master cylinder ripped loose from firewall due to metal fatigue, causing brake failure/loss of control. *sd | |||