Ford Fairmont 1980

Model Fairmont made in 1980 by Ford got 3 recalls as well as 7 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline and service brakes, hydraulic.

Model 1980

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
08E019000INTERCONTINENTAL AUTO PARTS E (Equipment)193703/19/2008MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY03/06/200803/06/2008
Defect SummaryIntercontinental auto parts is recalling 1,937 fuel filters, p/nos alg 44/1 and purolator f10024, shipped between january 14 and february 13, 2008, sold for use on the vehicles listed above. the filter's outlet cap may not be securely crimped to the housing. this could result in a separation of filter's outlet cap from the housing.
Consequence SummaryIf this condition occurs while attempting to start the vehicle, a no start condition may result and fuel may be pumped onto the ground. if this occurs while the vehicle is in motion, the engine may stop due to inadequate fuel supply. if an ignition source were present, fuel leakage may result in a fire.
Corrective SummaryIntercontinental will replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began during march 2008. owners may contact intercontinental at 800-451-2593.
NotesThis recall only pertains to intercontinental aftermarket fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the ford motor company.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.
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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - WHEEL CYLINDERS
79V262000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 09/01/1979 to 09/01/1979V (Vehicle)300002/20/1980MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY12/18/197901/14/1980571105
Defect SummaryThe involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, hydraulic brake systems. rear axle assemblies intended for other vehicles may have been installed in the involved vehicles. the wheel cylinders may not be the correct size. this could affect braking performance.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will replace any incorrect wheel cylinders without charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: service brakes; rear brake cylinders.consequences of defect: this condition could result in increased stoppingdistances, which could lead to a vehicle accident.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH
80-3-6-S06/01/198080-3-6-S48411Unknown11/01/1995
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - OTHER FUEL TYPES - TURBO-CHARGER
80-12-1506/01/198048420Unknown11/01/1995
80-11-1206/01/198048435Unknown11/01/1995
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH
80-4-34-S06/01/198048427Unknown11/01/1995
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - CARBURETOR SYSTEM
80-11-906/01/198048433Unknown11/01/1995
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - FLOOR SHIFT
80-12-806/01/198048414Unknown11/01/1995
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS
80-11-206/01/198048425Unknown11/01/1995