NHTSA Recall 88V193000
NHTSA Campaign Id 88V193000; Date: Dec. 19, 1988
Fuel pumped through the ruptured diaphragm and out ofthe vent opening could result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
1983 Ford Escort
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 550
Recall Summary:
The diaphragm material of the mechanical fuel pumps may deteriorate and allow the diaphragm to rupture.
How to Fix:
Install new mechanical fuel pumps with improved diaphragm material and revise wiring for electric fuel pump circuits.
Recall Notes:
System: fuel pumps. Vehicle description: passenger cars with specially equipped engines for methanolfuels.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 23, 1989
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