Defect Description For Recall
External Cracks Above The Number 3 Cylinder (1984 Models) Or Rocker Arm Cover Gaskets Splitting (1985 Models) Could Allow Oil To Leak Onto The Exhaust Manifold.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
EXP
Year
1984
Recall Campaign Number
89V095000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
Effect Of Defect
Engine Oil Leaking Onto A Hot Exhaust Manifold Couldresult In An Engine Compartment Fire.
Fix Defect
Replace Cracked Cylinder Heads (1984 Models); Replace Rocker Arm Cover Gaskets (1985 Models).
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
19830801
End Of Manufacture
19850801
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
481049
Date Owners Notified
19890719
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
19890612