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1978 FORD TRUCK FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: CARBURETOR SYSTEM |
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Build Years/Makes/Models: |
1978 FORD F100
1978 FORD F150
1978 FORD F250
1978 FORD F350
1978 FORD E100
1978 FORD E150
1978 FORD E250
1978 FORD E350 |
| Units
affected: |
30000 |
| Recall
Number: |
77V198000 |
| Owner Notification Date: |
January 3, 1978 |
| Recall Creation Date: |
October 12, 1979 |
| Component Description: |
Fuel System, Gasoline: Carburetor System |
| Manufacturer Involved in This
Recall: |
Ford Motor Company |
| Manufacturer Responsible for This
Recall: |
Ford Motor Company |
| Report Received Date: |
November 15, 1977 |
| Summary:
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On the involved vehicles,
leakage may occur at the threaded carburetor-to-fuel filter connection
on the suspect carburetors. This is due to an improperly machined
carburetor fuel inlet connection. |
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Consequence: |
If an ignition source is
present when fuel leakage occurs, a fire could start and cause engine
damage and serious injury to vehicle occupants. Note: fuel odors may
indicate a leak. |
| Remedy:
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Dealer will inspect and, if
necessary, will replace the carburetor without charge to owner. |
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Note:
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with 300 cid engines. |
