1985 Ford LTD Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1985 Ford LTD. 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.

• 85V077000Jun 11, 19858,671 vehicles potentially affected
  Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields
  Covers: Ford LTD 1984–1985

  Reported issue: Heat shields for the catalytic converter outlet pipes were omitted during production. Consequence of defect: after severe duty use, such as high speed pursuit, the outlet pipes become very hot and could ignite certain types of ground cover resulting in a vehicle fire.

  Remedy: Install catalytic converter outlet pipe shields.

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• 85V068000May 21, 198514,008 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Vacuum
  Covers: Ford LTD 1985, Mustang 1985, Mercury Marquis 1985 +1 more

  Reported issue: Brake booster rear shells may have reduced wall thicknesses which could cause the shell to break. Consequence of defect: repeated brake use could cause the shell to crack and the booster assembly to come apart. Service brakes capability would be totally lost without warning and could result in an accident.

  Remedy: Inspect and if necessary replace the power brake booster assembly.

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← All problems reported for the 1985 Ford LTD