Recall 87V-144: 1983–1987 Ford Club Wagon, 1983–1987 Ford E250 and 2 more

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Sep 9, 1987, covering about 188,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
87V-144
Report date
Sep 9, 1987
Vehicles affected
188,000
Owners notified
Feb 3, 1988

The problem

Vehicles are subject to excessive underhood temperatures and fuel system pressures in severe duty applications.

The risk

This creates potential for fuel expulsion from the fuelfiller pipe which in the presence of an ignition source, could result in afire.

The fix

Install modification kits to minimize possibility of fuel expulsion and to shield underbody components from exhaust system heat.

Notes

System: fuelvehicle description: 1983 through 1987 e250, e350, club wagons and econolinevans and chassis equipped with 7.5 and 1985 through 1987 e250, e350, club wagonsand econoline vans equipped with 5.8 liter engines.

Recall details

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number87V144000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford Club Wagon1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987All years
Ford E2501983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987All years
Ford E3501983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987All years
Ford Econoline1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 87V-144?

Vehicles are subject to excessive underhood temperatures and fuel system pressures in severe duty applications.

How is recall 87V-144 fixed?

Install modification kits to minimize possibility of fuel expulsion and to shield underbody components from exhaust system heat.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.