4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
Posted on: 1984-11-07
Description
The secondary throttle shaft may, with accumulated mileage, become contaminated and may stick in a partially open position while driving.
Consequence
Consequence of defect: this sticking could result in a faster speed than intended, possibly resutling in an accident.
Corrective Action
The primary to secondary throttle closure link on the carburetor will be replaced free of charge.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #2 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Posted on: 1984-01-11
Description
The bolts that attach the d-shaped ring for the shoulder belt are inadequately supported by the material in which they are mounted. The attachment does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, seat belt assembly anchorages.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealers will install new attaching hardware to improve the strength of the mounting.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks.system: interior systems; seat belts and upper torso restraint attachments.consequences of defect: in severe collisions, the shoulder belt attachmentcould separate, increasing the possibility of occupant injury.note: manufacturer advises that seat belts should continue to be used at alltimes, as substantial benefits may still be obtained.
DEFECT #3 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1984-02-22
Description
The clamps on flexible fuel hoses connecting the fuel pump to the metal line may not be in the proper position.
Consequence
Corrective Action
The hose clamp connecting the fuel hose to the fuel pump will be inspected and relocated, if necessary.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with 5.0 or 5.8 liter engines.system: fuel system; hose clamps.consequences of defect: in certain front end collisions, the hose may separatefrom the fuel pump and leak gasoline in the engine compartment and ground,possibly resulting in a fire. The hose is not expected to separate under normaloperating conditions. Fuel leakage, as a result of a separated hose caused by acrash, may not meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard301, fuel system integrity.
DEFECT #4 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Posted on: 2007-08-24
Description
Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. The fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.
Consequence
A leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.
Corrective Action
Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on october 15, 2007. Owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.
Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket carter, napa, accuflow, tru flow, parts master, and parts depot brand fuel pumps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed motor vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.