8 recalls found. |
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 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Posted on: 1984-07-31
Description
If truck is struck from the side, the cap on the fuel tank could become unsealed, allowing unsafe leakage of fuel. This is a failure to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 301, fuel system integrity. Leakage can be caused by an orange-colored plastic diesel fuel information ring which is found around the fuel tank neck, or by the tether.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Upon inspection, fuel cap tethers will be replaced or diesel fuel information rings will be removed.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with midship fuel tank, tethered fuelfiller pipe caps or diesel engines.system: fuel; fuel caps (locking and non-locking).consequences of defect: leaking fuel could cause a fire in the presence of anignition source and could result in personal injury to vehicle occupants orbystanders.
DEFECT #3 - SUSPENSION
Posted on: 1984-10-09
Description
Weight rating information is incorrect on vehicle manual labels and rating decals.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealers will be provided with the revised vehicle information. If vehicle weight is found to be greater than that specified on weight rating, the affected vehicles rear axle may be repurchased from ford. A price adjustment will also be made if appropriate.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks; chassis cabs.system: labels, consumer information; vehicle rating decals and vehicle manuallabels.consequences of defect: if present weight label is relied upon, too heavy aload may be placed upon suspension, causing it to collapse. Loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident could result.
DEFECT #4 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
Posted on: 1984-04-04
Description
Components in the locking hubs were improperly heat-treated and may crack or fracture upon engagement of the front drive axles. The broken component on the left front wheel may become jammed against the nut.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Cam assemblies in front wheel automatic locking hubs will be replaced.
Notes
Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with front automatic locking hubs.system: power train; axle hubs, locking.consequences of defect: this could cause the nut to come off and result in lossof the left front wheel, causing loss of vehicle control and an accident.
DEFECT #5 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Posted on: 1984-10-03
Description
Secondary hood latch components may have been improperly positioned during assembly. If the hood is not closed tightly, or is inadvertently released, the secondary latch may not work and the hood may fly up without prior warning.
Consequence
Corrective Action
The hood assembly will be inspected and the hood and latch components will be adjusted, if necessary, without charge to the owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: light trucks.system: structure; hood assembly latch systems.consequences of defect: the drivers view will be obstructed and an accidentmay result.note: make certain the primary hood latch is engaged properly before driving.
DEFECT #6 - 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 #7 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK
Posted on: 1983-12-07
Description
Vehicles may have fuel or vapor line damage caused when an incorrect procedure was used in tightening bolts on adjacent components during assembly. The fuel tank may become damaged due to a loose cross member that supports it.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Vehicles will be inspected and, when necessary, fuel and vapor lines will be replaced and the cross member will be tightened.
Notes
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with auxilliary fuel tanks.system: fuel system; fuel and vapor lines.consequences of defect: fuel line or fuel tank damage increases the risk ofspillage and fire, particularly in the event of an accident.
DEFECT #8 - 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.