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Recall campaign88V133000

Recall 88V133000: 1983–1987 Ford E-350 and 1 other model

Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Hoses/lines/piping/fittings
Report received
Aug 9, 1988
Manufacturer
Ford motor company
Potentially affected
14,975vehicles
Model years
1983–1987

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Extreme operating conditions could cause premature deterioration of the engine compartment heater hoses or engine bypass hoses.

Possible consequence

Engine coolant could discharge onto the engine and itsexhaust manifold creating the potential for a fire due to the high engineexhaust manifold temperatures.

Remedy

Replace hoses and radiator caps; install high heat resistance aluminized stainless steel mufflers.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.