1995 FORD ESCORT Recalls (5)

Campaign:
94V197000 on 10/27/1994
Component:
Air bags:frontal
Manufactured:
07/31/1994 - 08/31/1994
Affected:
29,000
Defect:
Two bolts that attach the passenger side air bag supplemental restraint system module to the instrument panel are missing. in the event of a frontal impact, the module can come out of the instrument panel.
Consequence:
This would not restrain the passenger and would result in an increased risk of injury.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install and torque to specification the mounting bolts for the passenger side air bag.
Notes:
System: interior systems; passive restraints; air bag; driver.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
94V218000 on 11/21/1994
Component:
Air bags:frontal
Manufactured:
08/31/1994 - 09/30/1994
Affected:
240
Defect:
The driver side air bag module can have an inadequately welded inflator canister.
Consequence:
In the event of a collision, the weld seam can separate, causing the air bag to fail to deploy properly and hot gases to be expelled from the back of the steering wheel. this can result in an increased risk of personal injury from the hot gases and the air bag failure.
Correction:
Dealers will install a new air bag module.
Notes:
System: interior systems; passive restraint; air bag; driver side.vehicle description: passenger cars.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. also, contact the national highway traffic safety adminstration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
97V145000 on 09/15/1997
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Manufactured:
04/28/1995 - 10/30/1995
Affected:
600
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 1.9l engines, built at the hermosillo assembly plant and originally sold or currently registered in arizona. cracks can develop in the fuel tank near the heat shield attachment resulting in fuel leakage if the cracks go through the fuel tank wall.
Consequence:
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a vehicle fire.
Correction:
Dealers will remove the heat shield attachments. this will not affect heat shield location or function, as the attachments are intended to keep the shield in place until the fuel tank is installed in the vehicle. after installation, the fuel tank straps retain the heat shield.
Notes:
Owner notification will begin september 30, 1997.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
97V144000 on 09/15/1997
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Manufactured:
04/28/1995 - 10/30/1995
Affected:
64,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 1.9l engines, built at the hermosillo or wayne assembly plants and originally sold or currently registered in nevada, florida, hawaii, texas, california, louisiana, georgia, south carolina, mississippi, oklahoma, alabama and arkansas. cracks can develop in the fuel tank near the heat shield attachment resulting in fuel leakage if the cracks go through the fuel tank wall.
Consequence:
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a vehicle fire.
Correction:
Dealers will remove the heat shield attachments. this will not affect heat shield location or function, as the attachments are intended to keep the shield in place until the fuel tank is installed in the vehicle. after installation, the fuel tank straps retain the heat shield.
Notes:
Owner notification will begin september 30, 1997.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
06E026000 on 03/22/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
61,944
Defect:
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."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.

1995 FORD ESCORT TSBs (81)

Bulletin:
94237
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
revised master cylinder and brake booster for non-abs vehicles. *tw
Bulletin:
94239
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
excessive clutch air gap on fs-10 a/c compressors can allow the clutch disc to move away from the pulley. *tw
Bulletin:
942312
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
vehicles may have a harsh 1-2 or 2-3 shift. *tw
Bulletin:
BC8766941201
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
vehicles may experience a whine noise during deceleration. *tw
Bulletin:
9524
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
new radiator manufacturing process/modification. *tw
Bulletin:
BC2910950401
Component:
011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
Summary:
steering wheel shake/vibration at idle with transmission in gear. *tw
Bulletin:
9562
Component:
034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:
roughness concern during brake application. *tw
Bulletin:
BC8956950601
Component:
103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
BC2210950601
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
ONP95B63
Component:
033100 service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
Summary:
escorts with abs-the brake booster push rod on the affected escorts may not be adjsuted to the intended design length or the lock nut may not be tightened to specifications. to correct the problem, dealers will inspect and if necessary a
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:
BC0094960102
Component:
115000 electrical system:fuses and circuit breakers
Summary:
some vehicles built afer 1/25/95 may exhibit an intermittent horn operation while functioning at various steering wheel positions. the horn is grounged through the steering wheel bearings which at times does not complete the circuit. engi
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:
BC0678961025
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Information on aode/4r7w transmission main control & case replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0687961031
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
4eat transaxle will be available as a ford quality renewal (fqr) assy. *tt
Bulletin:
BC9666961001
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
2.5l duratec engine exchanges no longer include front end accessory drive component, oil level indicator, water pump belt/tensioner, egr tube, linkshaft bracket or exhaust manifolds. *tt
Bulletin:
BC0407961115
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Instructions for replacing diagnosed failed parts. *tw
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:
96222
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Brakes - elimination of sanding rotors and drums - service tip. *tw
Bulletin:
96223
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Long crank - sticking idle air control (iac) valve - vehicles built from 11/1/94 through 3/30/96 -stall - after starting when engine allowed to soak from 1-4 hours - sticking idle air control (iac) valve. *tw
Bulletin:
96225
Component:
075000 fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system
Summary:
Mass air flow sensor - replacement as an assembly - service tip. *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:
BC2430970501
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a slight delay from park-to-reverse and park-to-drive after being parked for a lengthy period of time. *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:
985A5
Component:
034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Summary:
Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use. *yc
Bulletin:
985A11
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums. *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:
985A15
Component:
034100 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Summary:
A revised master cylinder and brake booster is available for service on non-abs vehicles to further improve brake pedal feel and travel. *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:
9845
Component:
045300 service brakes, air:disc:rotor
Summary:
Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *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:
982010
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system. *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:
9814
Component:
034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Summary:
Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *tt
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:
99139
Component:
125000 exterior lighting:brake lights
Summary:
Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock. *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:
99194
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
99195
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Service information for musty and mildew type odors coming from the air conditioning / heating system. *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:
8316
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with compact disc changer may exhibit a 6 disc cd changer that is not ejecting the magazine or is not responding to command from the radio.
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:
98-4733
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
New message concerning dtc's 172/181 and 186. *ak
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:
99111
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information designed to aid in the diagnosis, testing and repair of noise, vibration and harshness (nvh) concerns. *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:
01181
Component:
103800 power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start switch
Summary:
Brake shift interlock.*jb
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
Bulletin:
0214
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt
Bulletin:
01246
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. *tt
Bulletin:
02176
Component:
032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:
Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
Bulletin:
02208
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh

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