Investigation PE88008: 1986–1987 Ford Bronco II

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Nov 18, 1987

Closed

May 11, 1988

Model years

1986–1987

Subject

Lumbar swtch hrness fires

Component: Electrical system

Summary

Summary of information from manufacturer: manufacturer hasbeencontacted, and provided twelve reports of under seat fires.analysis: thelumbar switch is mounted on the lower seat frame and thewireing harness is installed between the slide rails. Movement of theseat may fray the insulation and present a possible fire hazard.ford has made two production changes; 1) relocated the wireing harnessto the seat cushion flexolator using a retaining strap (7/86); 2) addedprotection to the complete lumbar wireing assembly under each seat.because of the potential for a fire to ignite in the passenger compartmentof the vehicle, this p.e. Is being upgraded to an engineering analysis.===

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

• 1987 Ford Bronco II36 complaints
• 1986 Ford Bronco II33 complaints