Ford E350 1982

Model E350 made in 1982 by Ford got 2 investigations there are 3 recalls as well as 2 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding power train, service brakes, hydraulic. The car had some investigations: suspension, vehicle speed control. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, power train.

Model 1982

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 - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - MOUNTING
84V034000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 09/01/1979 to 12/01/1983V (Vehicle)400005/18/1984MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY03/23/198404/05/1984
Defect SummaryAttaching bolts on fuel tank supports may not have been adequately tightened; also, the supports are too thin. high levels of stress, which could occur under normal operating conditions, could cause cracks to develop in the support straps. if the fuel tank supports fracture, the fuel tank will slip from the normal position, and fuel leakage could result.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryFuel tank supports and fasteners will be replaced without charge.
NotesVehicle description:shuttle buses equipped with mid-ship fuel tank supports.system: fuel systems; fuel tank supports.consequences of defect: fuel leakage may lead to a vehicle fire and personalinjury.
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - COLUMN SHIFT
82V004000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 12/01/1981 to 12/01/1981V (Vehicle)37812/23/1981MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY01/13/198202/01/1982
Defect SummaryOn some of the involved vehicles, the shift rod in the transmission may not be properly seated in the retention grommet of the steering column shift lever assembly. if the shift rod were to disengage, the driver could not select the proper transmission function which would create the potential for unexpected movement of the vehicle.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will inspect the shift rod attachment and make sure it is properly seated at no cost to owner.
NotesVehicle description: trucks equipped with automatic transmissions.system: power train; transmission shift linkage.consequences of defect: should separation occur while vehicle is in operation,loss of vehicle control, an accident, and personal injury could occur.note: the driver is advised not to operate vehicle until proper adjustmentshave been made.
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY
82V104000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 10/01/1981 to 09/01/1982V (Vehicle)7498511/12/1982MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY10/26/198210/28/1982
Defect SummaryOn certain vehicles, the lock wedges used to secure the axle bearing nuts to the axle housing may fall out of position, allowing the nut to loosen. the nut on the left side may fall off, allowing movement of the axle shaft.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will replace defective lock wedges with an improved version. wheel bearings will be inspected and adjusted or replaced, if necessary.
NotesVehicle description: light trucks with dana full-floating rear axles.system: power train; rear axle assembly.consequences of defect: this could result in partial loss of braking action orpartial or total separation of the left rear wheel and brake assembly. ineither case, loss of vehicle control and an accident could follow.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT
83-16-2308/01/198368393Unknown11/01/1995
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
985A2903/18/1998601036Some vehicles may exhibit excessive brake pedal travel, irregular front lining wear, and brake pull. *yc06/23/1998

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SUSPENSION
C85010FORD MOTOR COMPANY09/30/198508/02/1988DUAL REAR WHEEL RETENTION
 There is no summary currently available
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES
EA87002FORD MOTOR COMPANY11/04/198604/29/1987FILLER NECK SPURT
 There is no summary currently available