NHTSA investigationPE89049
Investigation PE89049: 1983–1987 Ford E-350
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Feb 17, 1989
- Closed
- Jun 15, 1989
- Model years
- 1983–1987
Subject
Underhood fires
Component: Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system
Summary
Summary:american modular body went bankrupt and the assets wereliquidated at auction.according to industry sources, no one boughtthe business, or assumed any responsibility for warranty on the unitsthey sold.===
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 E-35014 complaints
- 1986 Ford E-35011 complaints
- 1983 Ford E-3505 complaints
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