1977 FORD RANCHERO Recalls (2)

Campaign:

77V141000 on 10/11/1979

Component:

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Affected:

60,000

Defect:

The involved vehicles may experience fuel leakage at the rubber hose connecting the fuel inlet tube to the carburetor filter. this leakage condition is due to insufficient insertion of the fuel tube into the hose or improper positioning of the hose clamp, causing the clamp to be crimped directly over the fuel tube bead.

Correction:

Dealer will replace the existing fuel hose clamp with a spring-type clamp at the hose-to-fuel inlet tube connection, and adjust the connection where necessary, without charge.

Notes:

Vehicle description: trucks and passenger vehicles equipped with 351 or 400 cidengines.system: fuel; fuel hose.consequences of defect: fuel leakage could lead to an underhood fire andinjuries to vehicle occupants from burns and smoke inhalation.note: gasoline odors may indicate a fuel leak is persent.

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Campaign:

84V078000 on 07/09/1984

Component:

Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan

Affected:

810,000

Defect:

Blades may crack and may, over a period of time, loosen from fan assembly.

Correction:

Fan assembly will be replaced without charge.

Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 250, 302, 351 or 400 cidengines and air conditioning.system: engine and engine cooling; fans.consequences of defect: blade pieces may damage components under the hood. ifhood is opened while engine is operating, persons standing nearby may beinjured if the fan breaks.note: impending blade failure may be evidenced by rattling or vibration.

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