Recalls for 1986 Ford Ranger

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR

Posted on: 1998-04-09
Description
Equipment description: aftermarket brake rotors for use on certain ford and mazda trucks.  Cracked castings caused cracks to appear on the outer diameter of the rotor hat or around the stud hole.

Consequence
Loss of braking can result.

Corrective Action
Aimco will reimburse consumers/installers for the cost of replacement rotors and installation.  Consumers are requested to return to the location where the rotors were originally purchased/installed for replacement.

Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during april 1998.owners who do not receive the free rotors within a reasonable time should contact aimco at 815-759-7935.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #2 - SEATS

Posted on: 1988-09-09
Description
Wiring for the power lumbar seat system was routed directly beneath the seat cushion springs and may be abraded by the springs.

Consequence
This could result in a short circuit which may createsufficient heat to start a fire in the seat cushion pad and/or trim cover.

Corrective Action
Install a fuse within the power lumbar electrical circuit.

Notes
System: wiring for power lumbar seats.vehicle description: multipurpose vehicles and trucks equipped with power lumbarseat adjusters in the front seats.

DEFECT #3 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Posted on: 1987-09-09
Description
Spring lock fuel line coupling may not be properly engaged.

Consequence
Coupling could disengage due to fuel pressure,vibration, and engine movements; this would cause loss of fuel which, inpresence of an ignition source, creates a fire risk.

Corrective Action
Install retainer clips over the couplings to prevent coupling separation and fuel leakage.

Notes
System: fuel line couplingvehicle description: passenger cars and light trucks equipped with fuelinjection.

DEFECT #4 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

Posted on: 1985-09-30
Description
The electronic engine control wiring harness insulation may be damaged due to copper spikes produced during the welding of its wires.  This creates a potential for a short circuit between the wires which energize the fuel pump, causing some fuel injectors to open, discharging fuel into the engine.  Consequence of defect: fuel discharged into the engine would eventually leak through the exhaust system to the ground.  This could result in a fire if a source of ignition is present.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Repair wiring harness, check engine and catalyst for damage.

Notes
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with 2.9 liter engine.  System: electronic engine control wiring harness.

DEFECT #5 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Posted on: 1985-11-04
Description
Nylon fuel lines on the fuel return side of the fuel pressure regulator assembly may crack.  Consequence of defect: fuel line could leak and, if an ignition source is present, create the potential for a fire.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Replace nylon fuel hoses with rubber hoses.

Notes
System: fuel lines.vehicle description: light trucks with 2.9 liter v-6 engines.