1989 Ford Econoline Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1989 Ford Econoline. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 91V146000Sep 4, 1991350,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Auxillary tank › Selector devices
  Covers: Ford Econoline 1989–1991, E-350 1989–1991, E-150 1989–1991 +4 more

  Reported issue: The dual fuel tank selector valve may malfunction and cause an overfill condition in one of the fuel tanks, resulting in an overflow of fuel past the filler cap.

  Possible consequence: The overflow of fuel past the filler cap causes a fuelleakage, which can result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition.

  Remedy: Replace the dual fuel tank selector valve.

  Full campaign details →

• 90V101000Jun 1, 1990111,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (prndl)
  Covers: Ford Econoline 1989–1990, F-150 1989–1990, F-250 1989–1990 +4 more

  Reported issue: Under certain conditions, the snap ring that locates the park gear on the output shaft of the transmission may fracture.

  Possible consequence: When the gear is placed in park, the park gear would notengage, allowing the truck to roll freely if the parking brake is not properlyset. This could result in an accident.

  Remedy: Install improved snap ring and revised transmission extension housing.

  Full campaign details →

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