Investigation PE87017: 1984–1986 Ford E-150

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Jan 28, 1987

Closed

May 26, 1987

Model years

1984–1986

Subject

Fuel leaks/fires

Component: Vehicle speed control › Linkages

Summary

Summary of information from manufacturer:instances were found wherespring lock couplings failed causing gasoline to be released throughoutthe engine compartment causing fires.leaks from fuel lines may also be acontributing cause to the engine compartment fires.---------------------------------------------------------------------------analysis:data indicates that the alleged problem may be caused by thespring lock quick connect couplings which connect the fuel supply andreturn lines to the engine as well as fuel leakage from the fuel lines.---------------------------------------------------------------------------proposed action: upgrade this pe to an ea.(ea87-020)===

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1986 Ford E-1509 complaints