Recall 89V-197: 1983–1987 Road Rescue Road Rescue

ROAD RESCUE, INC. recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Nov 9, 1989, covering about 536 vehicles.

NHTSA number
89V-197
Report date
Nov 9, 1989
Vehicles affected
536
Owners notified
Dec 1, 1989

The problem

Heater hose may be incorrectly routed.

The risk

Hose could wear through and leak which could result inan underhood fire.

The fix

Reroute and splice hose as necessary.

Notes

System: heater hose.vehicle description: ambulances built on ford e-350 chassis.

Recall details

ManufacturerROAD RESCUE, INC.
ComponentVisibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System › Heater Core
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number89V197000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Road Rescue Road Rescue1983, 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 89V-197?

Heater hose may be incorrectly routed.

How is recall 89V-197 fixed?

Reroute and splice hose as necessary.

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.