NHTSA Recall 76V015000
NHTSA Campaign Id 76V015000; Date: Feb. 9, 1976
Recalled Vehicles:
1975 Ford Bronco; 1976 Ford Bronco
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 13,416
Recall Summary:
How to Fix:
Recall Notes:
Ford campaign no 183. Possibility that the exhaust system muffler thatincorporates an integral, solid, closed-end brush shield may experience mufflerfailure due to excessive heat build-up. The typical location of failure inmuffler allows high temperature exhaust gases to be directed against the floorpan in such a manner that could result in heat damage to an optional auxiliarypolyethylene auxiliary fuel tank and adjacent fuel hose, wiring harness,auxiliary fuel tank hose and front inboard seat belt assemblies. If thiscondition exists and the insulation is missing from the wiring harness, itcould provide a nearby source of ignition should fuel spillage occurs due tothermal damage to auxiliary fuel tank. (correct by inpsecting and installingmufflers where necessary and repalce or repair fuel tank, wiring harness andseat belt components).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 8, 1976
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