NHTSA Campaign Id 84V119000; Date: Oct. 2, 1984
Consequence of defect: this sticking could result in a faster speed than intended, possibly resutling in an accident.
1984 Ford Bronco; 1984 Ford Club Wagon; 1984 Ford E100; 1984 Ford E150; 1984 Ford E250; 1984 Ford E350; 1984 Ford Econoline; 1984 Ford F100; 1984 Ford F150; 1984 Ford F250; 1984 Ford F350; 1984 Ford Mustang; 1984 Mercury Capri
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:carburetor System
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 85,000
The secondary throttle shaft may, with accumulated mileage, become contaminated and may stick in a partially open position while driving.
The primary to secondary throttle closure link on the carburetor will be replaced free of charge.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 5. 0 liter engines, and trucks and multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with 5. 8 or 7. 5 liter engines; vehicles are equipped with 4 barrel carburetors. System: fuel; carburetor secondary throttle control.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 3, 1984
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