1991 FORD ESCORT Recalls (4)

Campaign:
90V076000 on 04/29/1990
Component:
Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Manufactured:
01/31/1990 - 03/31/1990
Affected:
6,000
Defect:
Interference occur between bolt that secures a fuel line shield to the lower portion of the dash panel and the accelerator pedal.
Consequence:
This could cause the accelerator pedal to stick at the wide open throttle position and result in loss of control with the risk of a vehicle accident.
Correction:
Cut off extra length of bolt that protrudes above surface of weld nut to prevent interference.
Notes:
System: throttle linkages. vehicle description: passenger cars.
Campaign:
92V117000 on 08/25/1992
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline
Manufactured:
04/21/1991 - 08/29/1991
Affected:
22,000
Defect:
Fatigue cracks can develop in the solder joint between the fuel return tube and the fuel pump sending unit located at the top of the fuel tank.
Consequence:
Should a crack develop, fuel vapor can escape from thetank when the tank is full, and a small amount of fuel can leak from the crack.fuel leaks can result in fire when exposed to a source of ignition.
Correction:
Install a new fuel pump sending assembly.
Notes:
System: fuel system.vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with fuel pump sendingassemblies produced by ford electrical and fuel handling division (fehd).
Campaign:
93V057000 on 04/27/1993
Component:
Electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Manufactured:
06/30/1990 - 04/30/1991
Affected:
91,000
Defect:
The roll pins securing the ignition lock in the steering column housing can separate or move out of position.
Consequence:
The ignition lock cylinder may disengage from thesteering column housing which could cause the steering column to lock up,resulting in loss of vehicle control and a possible accident.
Correction:
If one or both of the roll pins are missing or not fully inserted, the ignition lock housing will be replaced, along with the door-locks and the liftgate or deck-lid locks so that key compatibility is maintained. if both pins are present and fully inserted, a plastic snap-on sleeve will be installed as a precaution to prevent the roll pins from coming out.
Notes:
System: steering.vehicle description: passenger cars.
Campaign:
94E019000 on 06/22/1994
Component:
Suspension:front
Manufactured:
11/30/1992 - 04/30/1994
Affected:
919
Defect:
The offset toe adjusting pin can fracture under conditions such as torsional loads, flexing motion, impact loads, and overtorquing.
Consequence:
This can result in loss of vehicle steering control andan accident.
Correction:
Dana will pay for replacement and labor costs of the adjustment pin without charge to the installing facility and the vehicle owner. these pins should be replaced by a ford original equipment pin assembly. owner or installer inquiries concerning this recall campaign should contact dana service center at 1-800-248-9606.
Notes:
System: suspension; independent front.equipment description: offset rear toe adjusting pin.note: if you have any problems with the pin replacement reimbursement program,please contact dana service center at 1-800-248-9606. also, contact thenational highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at1-800-424-9393.

1991 FORD ESCORT TSBs (59)

Bulletin:
94236
Component:
034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:
front and rear brake noise. *tw
Bulletin:
942312
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
vehicles may have a harsh 1-2 or 2-3 shift. *tw
Bulletin:
94253
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
fuel gauge always reads full. *tw
Bulletin:
9546
Component:
136200 visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Summary:
wiper motor replacement - upgraded service kits. *tw
Bulletin:
BC2910950401
Component:
011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
Summary:
steering wheel shake/vibration at idle with transmission in gear. *tw
Bulletin:
9551
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
ignition lock cylinder may stck or bind when the driver tries to rotate the key. *tw
Bulletin:
9562
Component:
034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:
roughness concern during brake application. *tw
Bulletin:
9565
Component:
138110 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:blower
Summary:
blower motor - low speed ticking noise. *tw
Bulletin:
9582
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
a revised service windshield wiper motor is now available. *tw
Bulletin:
BC2210950601
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
95102
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
vehicles may have a disconnect of the ignition control module (icm) connector or moisture buildup within the connector. *tw
Bulletin:
95124
Component:
011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
Summary:
steering wheel shake at idle. *tw
Bulletin:
SFA/94L01
Component:
011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
95153
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
temperature gauge - fluctuating and /or inaccurate high readings. *sd
Bulletin:
95174
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
door-glove compartment-improved lock assembly available-probes through 7/1/94 and escort/tracers built through 9/6/94 *sd
Bulletin:
95212
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
the use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because it may be incompatible with the rubber material used in the disc brake system. if petroleum-based grease is used to lubricate any par
Bulletin:
96246
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw
Bulletin:
96249
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
96221
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw
Bulletin:
962612
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
BC3550972301
Component:
034520 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads
Summary:
Front brake squeal/noise during light brake applications below 35 mph, replace the pads/shims kit. *jd
Bulletin:
BC1016797230
Component:
034520 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads
Summary:
Front brake squeal/noise during light brakie applications below 35 mph, replace the pads/shims kit. *jd
Bulletin:
9732
Component:
034520 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads
Summary:
Brakes- front brake "squeal" below 56 km/h (35 mph)- vehicle with 14 inch wheels. *jd
Bulletin:
97511
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd
Bulletin:
9768
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Fuel economy- customer expectations versus vehicle usage. *jd
Bulletin:
97610
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Blower motor- "chirping" or "squeaking" from blower motor at low speeds. *jd
Bulletin:
BC2361970501
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Authorized warranty part replacement of brake pads to correct excessive brake noise. *tw
Bulletin:
97111097234
Component:
113000 electrical system:starter assembly
Summary:
Vehicles exhibiting a "squeaking" or "chirping" from the blower motor at low blower motor speeds. *yc
Bulletin:
985A13
Component:
034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:
The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable. *yc
Bulletin:
985A19
Component:
034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:
The front brakes may have a persistent squeal during braking at speeds below 56 km/h (35 mph). *tt
Bulletin:
9888
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc
Bulletin:
9848
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Announcing the ford oem air conditioning retrofit kit availability. *yc
Bulletin:
9852
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc
Bulletin:
9864
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt
Bulletin:
9873
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Experiencing a whining / buzzing noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio. *tt
Bulletin:
9874
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
A new silicone gasket and sealant. *yc
Bulletin:
982310
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak
Bulletin:
98246
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc
Bulletin:
99816
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Ford motor company now recommends sae 5w-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year. *tt
Bulletin:
99129
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Experiencing a whine / buzz type noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio on vehicles with an in-tank electric fuel pump. *tt
Bulletin:
99222
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt
Bulletin:
99196
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt
Bulletin:
13421
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit grinding noises, or greater than normal brake roughness when applying the brakes immediately after installing motorcraft br-18 front brake pad. *tt
Bulletin:
6562
Component:
151100 seat belts:front:anchorage
Summary:
Brief information on passive restraint (motorized seatbelt) systems. *tt
Bulletin:
7369
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit grinding noise, or greater than normal brake roughness, when applying the brakes immediately after installing motorcraft front brake pad part number br-18 (xu2z-2v001-ra). *t
Bulletin:
0015
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
Bulletin:
985A12
Component:
354600 equipment:mechanical:wrecker and wheel lift devices
Summary:
Recommended guidelines for towing behind recreational vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
00124
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
This bulletin provides revised passive restraint system information contained in the workshop manual and the electrical and vaccum troubleshooting manual (evtm). *tt
Bulletin:
001204
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Subject regarding passive restraint system service information. *tt
Bulletin:
985A14
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
A knocking noise proportional to wheel rotation may be heard from the front brakes during gentle braking. *tt
Bulletin:
12925
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Engineering is reviewing passive restraint (motorized seatbelt) systems in certain vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
99152
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt
Bulletin:
11769
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit brief spark knock on acceleration during hot weather once the engine has thoroughly warmed up. *tt
Bulletin:
00187
Component:
171100 latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Summary:
Subject pertaining to revised door latch switch service procedure. *jb
Bulletin:
00188
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Concerns with premature failure occuring on the 1.9l motorcraft remanufactured longblock assembly and shortblock assembly due to ingestion of foreign objects remaining in the transferred intake system from the original failed engine.
Bulletin:
14993
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Some vehicles produced through july 1999 may exhibit rear suspension spring failure with no resulting operational concern. *tt
Bulletin:
01156
Component:
138120 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc
Bulletin:
01157
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc
Bulletin:
01194
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This aritlce is to provide information on replacement of old style hood lamp switch to the rvised mechanical hood lamp switch. *tt

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