NHTSA Recall 79V153000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V153000; Date: Jun. 19, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 Ford Club Wagon; 1979 Ford E100; 1979 Ford E150; 1979 Ford E250; 1979 Ford Econoline
Component: Structure: Frame And Members:underbody Shields
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 12,000
Recall Summary:
Certain vehicles may not contain the specified body mounted heat shields. This could cause high floor pan temperatures when the engine is idled for extended periods of time. Fouled spark plugs or other engine conditions could further increase exhaust temperatures.
How to Fix:
The dealer will install the necessary frame mounted heat shield, if missing.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with 300 and 460 cid engines. System: exhaust; body mounted heat shields. Consequences of defect: these high temperatures could cause the rear floorcoverings to smoulder, resulting in smoke damage and personal injury.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 12, 1979
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