Ford Exp 1984

Model Exp made in 1984 by Ford got 3 investigations there are 2 recalls as well as 7 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, power train and tires. The car had some investigations: electrical system, engine and engine cooling and seats. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, seat belts. The car has one 1.6l engine.

Model 1984

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 1.6L) 4Automatic, 3 gears27/37/31$ 694183 822
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 5 gears27/41/32$ 694183 822
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 5 gears26/42/31$ 7221831014
( 1.6L) 4Automatic, 3 gears26/36/29$ 722183 831
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 5 gears27/44/33$ 694183 831
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 5 gears26/42/31$ 7221831014

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 - ENGINE
89V095000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 08/01/1983 to 08/01/1985V (Vehicle)48104907/19/1989ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY06/12/198908/03/1989
Defect SummaryExternal cracks above the number 3 cylinder (1984 models) or rocker arm cover gaskets splitting (1985 models) could allow oil to leak onto the exhaust manifold.
Consequence SummaryEngine oil leaking onto a hot exhaust manifold couldresult in an engine compartment fire.
Corrective SummaryReplace cracked cylinder heads (1984 models); replace rocker arm cover gaskets (1985 models).
NotesSystem:engine/cylinder heads, rocker arm cover gaskets.vehicle description:passenger cars with 1.6l and 1.9l engines.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
83V134000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 08/01/1983 to 12/01/1983V (Vehicle)53000012/22/1983OVSCFORD MOTOR COMPANY12/20/198301/11/1984571210
Defect SummaryThe bolts that attach the d-shaped ring for the shoulder belt are inadequately supported by the material in which they are mounted. the attachment does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, seat belt assembly anchorages.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealers will install new attaching hardware to improve the strength of the mounting.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks.system: interior systems; seat belts and upper torso restraint attachments.consequences of defect: in severe collisions, the shoulder belt attachmentcould separate, increasing the possibility of occupant injury.note: manufacturer advises that seat belts should continue to be used at alltimes, as substantial benefits may still be obtained.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
9824612/07/1998604059Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc03/16/1999
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
9624611/18/199650905Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw06/17/1997
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
988804/27/1998601238Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc07/10/1998
9751103/03/199751945Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd07/17/1997
TIRES
985204/13/1998601290Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc07/17/1998
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
0115708/06/2001623988Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc10/31/2001
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD
9622110/21/199650940Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw06/17/1997

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PE87028FORD MOTOR COMPANY05/01/198701/21/1988STALLING
 There is no summary currently available
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
EA87005FORD MOTOR COMPANY12/01/198610/31/1989FIRES89V095000
 There is no summary currently available
SEATS
EA86010FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/26/198607/28/1989SEATBACK FAILURE86V082000
 There is no summary currently available