1986 Ford Ranger Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1986 Ford Ranger. 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.

• 88V145000Sep 2, 198890,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Seats
  Covers: Ford Ranger 1986, Aerostar 1986, Bronco II 1986

  Reported issue: Wiring for the power lumbar seat system was routed directly beneath the seat cushion springs and may be abraded by the springs.

  Possible 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.

  Remedy: Install a fuse within the power lumbar electrical circuit.

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• 87V139000Sep 4, 19873,600,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Ford Ranger 1986–1987, Escort 1986–1988, Lincoln Town CAR 1986–1988 +18 more

  Reported issue: Spring lock fuel line coupling may not be properly engaged.

  Possible 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.

  Remedy: Install retainer clips over the couplings to prevent coupling separation and fuel leakage.

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• 85V130000Oct 18, 198530,564 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Ford Ranger 1986, Bronco II 1986

  Reported issue: 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.

  Remedy: Replace nylon fuel hoses with rubber hoses.

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• 85V116000Sep 24, 19857,886 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
  Covers: Ford Ranger 1986, Bronco II 1986

  Reported issue: 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…

  Remedy: Repair wiring harness, check engine and catalyst for damage.

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NHTSA investigations

• EA90016Gear shift lever failsClosed · Mar 23, 1990
• PE89129Gearshift lever breaksClosed · Jun 7, 1989
• PE87012Engine compartment firesClosed · Dec 19, 1986

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