Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #85V116000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 85V116000 by Ford Motor Company. Includes 7,886 affected units, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:HARNESS:FRONT:UNDERHOOD, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The electronic engine control wiring harness insulation may be damaged due to copper spikes produced during the welding of its wires. this creates a potential for a short circuit between the wires which energize the fuel pump, causing some fuel injectors to open, discharging fuel into the engine. consequence of defect: fuel discharged into the engine would eventually leak through the exhaust system to the ground. This could result in a fire if a source of ignition is present.

Corrective Action

Repair wiring harness, check engine and catalyst for damage.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 85V116000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 1985-09-24T00:00:00
Subject: Electrical system:wiring:harness:front:underhood
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 7,886

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: The electronic engine control wiring harness insulation may be damaged due to copper spikes produced during the welding of its wires. this creates a potential for a short circuit between the wires which energize the fuel pump, causing some fuel injectors to open, discharging fuel into the engine. consequence of defect: fuel discharged into the engine would eventually leak through the exhaust system to the ground. This could result in a fire if a source of ignition is present.
Consequence Summary: N/A
Corrective Action: Repair wiring harness, check engine and catalyst for damage.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 85V116000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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