We found the following complaints for FORD ECONOLINE (1994)
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Steering column:anti-lock brake light on all the time, airbag light blinks in a pattern, horn and cruise control quit working at the same time.transmission:transmission shudders when shifting gears in the higher gears.
Airbag warning light flashes and relating to the airbag, the horn is inoperable. Dealer cannot duplicate the problem, because warranty has expired.
The air bag did not deploy in a front end collision.please describe.
While driving approx. 30-35mph, suddenly airbag deployed without impact, no apparent reason, result lost steering capability ran into a telephone pole.tt
When vehicle crashed head-on into a stationary vehicle, travelingbetween 40-60 mph, there was no deployment of the driver's side airbag. Owner is waiting to get vehicle repaired. Damages totall about $3,000.00.please provide any further information.
Driving at speed 45mph, frontal collision, impact 12:00 position , driver's side airbag did not deploy.
Abs braking light comes on intermittently, and the air bag light has remained on since 30k miles.dealer cannot determine the problem.also problems with hand brakes.cruise control doesn't always engage, but when it does, it is difficult to return it to the original position. *ml
In accident at 12:00 position at 15mph drivers side airbag did not deploy.tt
The air bag did not deploy in a front end collision.please describe.
1) no previous indication was given of any problem.2) at 3 am on august 8th, 2005, i was awaken by a neighbor, who having smelled smoke, looked out the window and saw my van on fire.the fire was in the engine compartment, in the area of the brake fluid reservoir, this item having burned, as well as the wire harnesses behind the reservoir, and also the battery cables.the van had been parked in the driveway with the engine off, and no accessories were on at the time.the van is inoperative at this time.3) i have not done nothing to correct the problem, since it is an obvious manufacturer's defect of some component on the vehicle, this since the vehicle was manufactured, and i would like to have ford motor company assume the responsibility for the subsequent repair.
Electrical system failed, causing fire.
Steering column:anti-lock brake light on all the time, airbag light blinks in a pattern, horn and cruise control quit working at the same time.transmission:transmission shudders when shifting gears in the higher gears.
Airbag warning light flashes and relating to the airbag, the horn is inoperable. Dealer cannot duplicate the problem, because warranty has expired.
Horn pad is hard locate because of it size.tt
Problem getting key in and out of ignition switch.
Vehicle experienced an electrical fire.
The vehicle was parked on the side of the house. While all the residence were gone for the day, the vehicle mysteriously caught on fire. The fire department was notified. The fire destroyed the engine compartment. The owner contacted the dealer and the manufacturer, and was told that they were not liable for the defect.*sc
When driving at any speed an dwithoutprior warning,fuse kept blowing out,causing radio/heated, and everything that is running by electrical systemto shut off.
Thisvan would be considered a lemon if all of this happened within two years.first the door lock fell out, then the rearview mirror fell off, then the wrong fuse size had been installed and the the car could not started and all electrical systems failed.this all happened in the first year of ownership.after that all the ball joints had to be replaces the following year.after that the brakes failed due to too light a duty brake being installed on a conversion van.in 1998 the transmission started to go out, it has not completely gone out yet.it shudders on light to moderate acceleration.the dealer says it is probably the thrust converter.in june 1999 the fuel pump went out.the dealer said that it had been improperly installed at the factory because of corrosion.the car pump went out on a two lane 6% grade going down hill causing the power steering and brakes to practically fail do to no power.the courtesy lights have now failed and we are unable to turn any of them on.we are worried about an electrical fire due to the short.we want ford to offer to pay for fixing these items.there are many service bulletins regarding all of these things.
Electrical short, fire started in dash board while driving, will provide more information.tt
The contact owns a 1994 ford econoline van. When attempting to start the vehicle, it exhibited a no-start condition. The vehicle has not been inspected to determine the cause of the failure. The failure and current mileages were under 100,000.
The vehicle was parked on the side of the house. While all the residence were gone for the day, the vehicle mysteriously caught on fire. The fire department was notified. The fire destroyed the engine compartment. The owner contacted the dealer and the manufacturer, and was told that they were not liable for the defect.*sc
Consumer stated that while driving and without warning the motor would start to make a loud noise causing a distraction to the consumer. Dealer notified. Ts
1994 ford econoline van; my oil pan rusted out. This was found when the fuel pressure regulator failed,and the vehicle would not start. I had it towed for service, and told them i noticed a puddle of oil after the tow truck removed it. They found the oil pan had rusted out. This was a costly repair as the engine had to be pulled forward to change the pan. While it was being serviced three of the people i know told me they had the same thing happen on their fords; one person used jb weld on his van, then sold it. As i am on ss/disability, i cannot afford to purchase a new vehicle, and i do like this one. I do think this is a potential hazard as oil could start fire on a hot engine, and if the engine froze up on the interstate could potentially cause an accident. I was lucky to find the problem before my engine froze up. However, having to pull the engine forward to change the oil pan is somewhat poor design and very costly.
Engine, the fan belt tensioner broke, causing the vehicle to stall and could not drive vehicle, no parts available.
Radiator failed.
Oil pan has rusted and causing an oil leakage.dealer contacted. Please provide any further details.
Engine oil pan had rusted, and oil was leaking through the rust.will be taking vehicle to dealership to check & replace if needed.
Moving to north carolina in a ford econoline van, 1994. The van started smoking and when we pulled over on the side of the highway the smoke became so thick that we started to walk away to our second vehicle parked the van.when we turned around we saw an extreme amount of smoke and realized the van had caught fire.the fire department came to extinguish the flames but none of the contents within could be saved.
The oil pan gasket is leaking oil.manufacturer has been notified.
Engine oil leak.
Traveling approximately 20 mph on a surface street i prepared to stop at a traffic light. Suddenly the engine went into a fast accelleration. I could hear the engine racing while accellerating. I attempted to brake but the brakes failed. Accelleration was continuing. I shifted to park in order to stop the van. This saved me from crashing. The van was drivable and so i drove home because it was evening. I am afraid to drive it and will not do so until it is checked out completely. I understand that damage may have been sustained because of the method of stopping it.
While driving at any speed and applying gasa loud noise comes frommotor, andback manifold is leaking fuel. Contacted dealer, dealercannot duplicateproblem.
When weather is over 90 degrees vehicle will stall in traffic. Private service shop and dealer cannot determine cause. Vehicle will eventually restart once engine has cooled down.
Engine needs replaced. At around 62,000 miles, this isn't normal.ford won't give me "help" with the cost.my warranty expiredin april of this year!(5 months before they told me it needed replaced) any ideas?dt
Traveling approximately 20 mph on a surface street i prepared to stop at a traffic light. Suddenly the engine went into a fast accelleration. I could hear the engine racing while accellerating. I attempted to brake but the brakes failed. Accelleration was continuing. I shifted to park in order to stop the van. This saved me from crashing. The van was drivable and so i drove home because it was evening. I am afraid to drive it and will not do so until it is checked out completely. I understand that damage may have been sustained because of the method of stopping it.
Air conditioner leaks freon.
Steel pipe to air conditioner failed.*skd
The contact owns a 1994 ford econoline. The contact stated that the exterior lighting failed to illuminate. The dealer stated that the multi-function turn signal switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 22,000.updated 10/8/14 updated 3/24/2015
The contact owns a 1994 ford econoline. The contact stated that the exterior lighting failed to illuminate. The dealer stated that the multi-function turn signal switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 22,000.updated 10/8/14 updated 3/24/2015
While driving at any speed and applying gasa loud noise comes frommotor, andback manifold is leaking fuel. Contacted dealer, dealercannot duplicateproblem.
Dt: the contact stated the gasoline hosecracked.the vehicle was leaking gasoline because of the crack in this line that was getting progressively worse.the hose was replaced.the manufacturer stated there were no recalls for this specific vehicle.the consumerexamined several of thesevehicles and they all had a similar crack in the hose were developing a crack.
When tank is full and vehicle ison an incline or hill fuel will start to leak, causing fire hazard.
Thisvan would be considered a lemon if all of this happened within two years.first the door lock fell out, then the rearview mirror fell off, then the wrong fuse size had been installed and the the car could not started and all electrical systems failed.this all happened in the first year of ownership.after that all the ball joints had to be replaces the following year.after that the brakes failed due to too light a duty brake being installed on a conversion van.in 1998 the transmission started to go out, it has not completely gone out yet.it shudders on light to moderate acceleration.the dealer says it is probably the thrust converter.in june 1999 the fuel pump went out.the dealer said that it had been improperly installed at the factory because of corrosion.the car pump went out on a two lane 6% grade going down hill causing the power steering and brakes to practically fail do to no power.the courtesy lights have now failed and we are unable to turn any of them on.we are worried about an electrical fire due to the short.we want ford to offer to pay for fixing these items.there are many service bulletins regarding all of these things.
When filling uptank can smell gas inside the cab. Took vehicle to mechanic, mechanic stated thatfuel was leaking aroundretainer strap drive that holds tank to vehicle.please provide any furtherinfomation.
When the vehicle is fueled full, it gives out fumes and fuel leaks on the ground. Yh
Corrosion at the seam of the fuel tank caused fuel leakage. Vehicle taken to an independent repair shop.dealer contacted, but didn't provided any help. *ml
Filler neck disintegrated causing gas to leak.
Whenfuel tank was half full or above half, owner would smell gas fumes off and on.truck was taken to dealership. At this time the filler tube and the fuel tank attaching straps.straps were rusted. All repairs were made at owner's expense.*ml
During safety inspection, a crack was dectected in the fuel filler hose which was leaking gasoline, vehicle was under extra care extended warranty, but this was not included in that warranty and consumer wants reimbursed.
Whenfuel tank was half full or above half, owner would smell gas fumes off and on.truck was taken to dealership. At this time the filler tube and the fuel tank attaching straps.straps were rusted. All repairs were made at owner's expense.*ml
Courtesy lights shorted, dealer placed larger fuse and lights began to smoke. *sd
Thisvan would be considered a lemon if all of this happened within two years.first the door lock fell out, then the rearview mirror fell off, then the wrong fuse size had been installed and the the car could not started and all electrical systems failed.this all happened in the first year of ownership.after that all the ball joints had to be replaces the following year.after that the brakes failed due to too light a duty brake being installed on a conversion van.in 1998 the transmission started to go out, it has not completely gone out yet.it shudders on light to moderate acceleration.the dealer says it is probably the thrust converter.in june 1999 the fuel pump went out.the dealer said that it had been improperly installed at the factory because of corrosion.the car pump went out on a two lane 6% grade going down hill causing the power steering and brakes to practically fail do to no power.the courtesy lights have now failed and we are unable to turn any of them on.we are worried about an electrical fire due to the short.we want ford to offer to pay for fixing these items.there are many service bulletins regarding all of these things.
When brake are applied, the abs light comes on.it took six tries for the dealer to locate and correct an electrical problem with the abs.also, experience two transmission problems where the vehicle gets stuck in low gear and the engine overheats.
Thisvan would be considered a lemon if all of this happened within two years.first the door lock fell out, then the rearview mirror fell off, then the wrong fuse size had been installed and the the car could not started and all electrical systems failed.this all happened in the first year of ownership.after that all the ball joints had to be replaces the following year.after that the brakes failed due to too light a duty brake being installed on a conversion van.in 1998 the transmission started to go out, it has not completely gone out yet.it shudders on light to moderate acceleration.the dealer says it is probably the thrust converter.in june 1999 the fuel pump went out.the dealer said that it had been improperly installed at the factory because of corrosion.the car pump went out on a two lane 6% grade going down hill causing the power steering and brakes to practically fail do to no power.the courtesy lights have now failed and we are unable to turn any of them on.we are worried about an electrical fire due to the short.we want ford to offer to pay for fixing these items.there are many service bulletins regarding all of these things.
Steering column:anti-lock brake light on all the time, airbag light blinks in a pattern, horn and cruise control quit working at the same time.transmission:transmission shudders when shifting gears in the higher gears.
This is third transmission that has been installed into this vehicle.
1994 ford econoline rear axle began to smoke and caught on fire.
Auto very sluggish in 1st & 2nd gear which could cause an auto accident.tt
When rear seats are in full forward position then seat belts do not reach.
Front/rear seat belts loosen and ride up on occupants.
Lap/shoulder belt will not fit properly, buckle failure will not latch on rear seats and bench seat.tt
Driver seatbelt buckle fasten , but comes loose as soon as the driver makes a move left or right.tt
Driver's side belt buckle would not unlatch. Dealer notified, and informed that vehicle was out of it warranty and nothing would be done unless cost went to consumer.
Seat belt when buckled does not fit properly.the buckle is too long/comes 2/3 of the way across the lap, causing the shoulder belt to lay across the arm. *sd
Lap/shoulder belt will not fit properly, buckle failure will not latch on rear seats and bench seat.tt
The back seat belts are too short to fasten on most passengers.tt
Accelerator pedal sticks on high rpms when very cold/rear seat belts retractor will not feed out frequently.
I am only 4ft10in. The seat will not move forward to adjust to my height. While driving the seat will suddenly fly backwards. I have lost control of the vehicle at times. This is dangerous. This is also my second ford van to have this problem. In order to correct ther problem i would have to replace the entire seat. At a cost of over$ 2000 this is a hazard that should be investigated
Abs light comes on very intermittently, the dealer contacted, and stated the system should be replaced, and cannot duplicate the problem.
Abs warning light comes on during operation, no set pattern. I have had the vehicle serviced numerous times since it was new, each time it is ok for a short period of time, then the situation continues. I have spoken to several ford service managers, had the vehicle serviced last at magic city ford where several parts was replaced in an attemp to solve the problem. To this day the problem still exist. This is a very serious problem in that you can never tell if the abs system is really failing or if this is a false alarm.any assistance will be appreciated.
The brake has failed ten times dealer can't find problem have abs anti-lock .tt
Abs: whole front end of van shakes violently and pulls to right when applying brakes.
Failed abs,diagnosticcode c1206.
Abs: braking on wet/damp pavement, vehicle would pick up speed; did not slow down. Happens at 25 mph or less. Took to dealer & nothing was found.
Vehicle was taken in for service due to brake failure & noticed the ball joints were loose.
While driving about 45 mph andwhen applyingbrakes pedal, brakes started making noise, likemetal to metal grinding.
Abs light had come on, and the will stay on for a while before turning off. Contacted dealer.i
Steering column:anti-lock brake light on all the time, airbag light blinks in a pattern, horn and cruise control quit working at the same time.transmission:transmission shudders when shifting gears in the higher gears.
Abs brakes fail to work. Every time brakes are applied they do not grab. Have taken vehicle to dealer & informed the computer chip is defective and needs to be replaced.
While braking vehicle using abs brakes, vehicle would not slow down; it would pick up speed. Although this happens at low speeds only (30mph or less). Took to dealer3times & nothing was found.
Abs brakes; when applying brakes in a panic stop,brakes fail to stop the vehicle. Mechanic at dealership blamed the brakes failing on uneven tire wear frpm when tires were rotated.
When brake are applied, the abs light comes on.it took six tries for the dealer to locate and correct an electrical problem with the abs.also, experience two transmission problems where the vehicle gets stuck in low gear and the engine overheats.
Steering column: anti-lock brake light on all the time, airbag light blinks in a pattern, horn and cruise control quit working at the same time. Transmission: transmission shudders when shifting gears in the higher gears.
Abs braking light comes on intermittently, and the air bag light has remained on since 30k miles.dealer cannot determine the problem.also problems with hand brakes.cruise control doesn't always engage, but when it does, it is difficult to return it to the original position. *ml
Mechanic indicates abs computer module has failed
Brake lining failed, preventing vehicle from moving forward/backwards.
Thisvan would be considered a lemon if all of this happened within two years.first the door lock fell out, then the rearview mirror fell off, then the wrong fuse size had been installed and the the car could not started and all electrical systems failed.this all happened in the first year of ownership.after that all the ball joints had to be replaces the following year.after that the brakes failed due to too light a duty brake being installed on a conversion van.in 1998 the transmission started to go out, it has not completely gone out yet.it shudders on light to moderate acceleration.the dealer says it is probably the thrust converter.in june 1999 the fuel pump went out.the dealer said that it had been improperly installed at the factory because of corrosion.the car pump went out on a two lane 6% grade going down hill causing the power steering and brakes to practically fail do to no power.the courtesy lights have now failed and we are unable to turn any of them on.we are worried about an electrical fire due to the short.we want ford to offer to pay for fixing these items.there are many service bulletins regarding all of these things.
Applied brakes, they grabbed shortly, then pedal went to the floor, causing an accident.tt
Brakes failed.
Brakes squeal, also grab when applied. *sd
Brakes squeal, also grab when applied. *sd
When applying brakes they will shudder, andpulsate. Replaced rotors because they were warped. Vehicle was having brake problems again. This time consumercould smell something burning underneath vehicle. Replaced calipers. Consumertook vehicle in several times for brakes within warranty period,and problem still was not remedied.contacted dealer, and dealer stated nothing could be done.
While driving about 45 mph andwhen applyingbrakes pedal, brakes started making noise, likemetal to metal grinding.
While backing up the left rear wheel locked, consumer pulled the brake drum and found the the bonded lining was not attached to the brake shoe causing loss of braking ability.
While driving the rear brake pads became unglued from the brakes shoes and jammed up the brakes, making the brakes hot and smelly. When taken to dealership, dealership would not correct problem.dealer stated that this was normal wear on brakes. The owner replaced the brake shoes on 10/8/97.
Defective front brake rotors, causing brakes to vibrate.
Warped front brake rotors, causing severe pulsation/vibration when brakes are applied.
Brake system failure, excessive wear drums and rotors, intermittent loss of brakes.tt
Brake system failure, has defective rotors.tt
The rear right brake, jams with smoking . Tt
Brake system failure, excessive wear drums and rotors, intermittent loss of brakes.tt
Tried to back up and the left rear wheel locked, pulled the brake drum and discovered that the bonded brake lining was not attached to the brake shoe, causing brake lost.
Abs braking light comes on intermittently, and the air bag light has remained on since 30k miles.dealer cannot determine the problem.also problems with hand brakes.cruise control doesn't always engage, but when it does, it is difficult to return it to the original position. *ml
The contact owns a 1994 ford econoline. The contact stated that while driving approximately 3 mph, the steering wheel seized and became difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic stated that the bolts in the steering box fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 181,000.
Please reopen nhtsa id number: 10254031.after this incident i posted a web site detailing the problem.since then, i have received dozen of inquiries from people who have had the identical issue.the latest one came today 12/31/2013, 5 years after my event.several have resulted in accidents.there is no doubt that people have died because of this failure, with the failure being incorrectly determined to have been caused by an accident, rather than being determined to have been the cause of the accident.
While pulling out of a parking space turn wheel to left hard at loud cracking sound as if something was breaking. Stopped got out and looked under and noticed a bolt pulled through and broke the frame where the bottom bolt was. Grabbed the other two and they pulled right out and we're snapped off. Had to get another gearbox put on with all three bolts and 4 days later while pulling out of parking lot hard loud pop and looked and top right bolt was snapped off completely. Steering was way looser and made it to my destination. Next morning tried to pull out of parking space and loud pop once again. This time the gearbox was hanging all the way off. Steering wheel just kept turning but wheels were not. Couldn't park it back out of street because others cars were close had to leave it halfway hanging out in street till people got off work and moved other cars away so i could get it back to curb. Now i'm at a lost how did this happen twice. Or even happen at all.
- the contact owns a 1994 ford econoline 150.while turning the steering wheel there was a loud noise.the contact observed that the center bolt had come out of the steering wheel. The contact drove the vehicle home.the frame was split. Updated 02/27/07.
Steering column: anti-lock brake light on all the time, airbag light blinks in a pattern, horn and cruise control quit working at the same time. Transmission: transmission shudders when shifting gears in the higher gears.
Vehicle would pull left or right on its own. Dealer has changed steering box.
The gear box is held by 3 bolts and they are all sheared off and could have caused an accident. Please describe.tt
Three bolts holding steering gear box in place against front left frame of vehicle sheared off, causing loss of steering.
Was making a turn & had lost control of vehicle. Had vehicle towed to an independent mechanic.was informed by mechanicall 3 bolts that held steering box to chassis had sheared completely off.
While making a turn to park,steering box ripped off the frame, and consumer had to have vehicle towed to a mechanic. Home # 732-613-1292,w# 212-272-0207.
The contact owns a 1994 ford econoline. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel seized and became difficult to maneuver. The contact stated that the vehicle would constantly veer to the right and the steering wheel wobbled. An independent mechanic stated that the steering box needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified of the failure.the approximate failure mileage was 72,000.
Power steering failure.
Power steering failed. Vehicle would not steer. Please describe.
Running board leaks mud/water between body and running board. *dsh
Vehicle experienced problem with grill coming off while driving apprx. 70 mph and hitting front windshield, almost causing a vehicle collision. This condition was due to a faulty attachment as a result of amanufacturer'sdefect. Dealer notified and informed consumer that vehicle was out of warranty, and nothing would be done unless cost goes to consumer. Seeking help from nhtsa in this matter.
The contact owns a 1994 ford econoline. The contact stated that the bolts that hold the bumper in place have rusted and caused the front bumper to fall off.the contact called the manufacturer regarding the failure and because the vehicle was out of warranty the contact would be responsible for the repairs. The contact stated that if he was driving the failure could have caused a crash.the failure mileage was 170,000.
Door on the left side vehicle, does not have catch to hold the door open, will swing back and get caught in the door.tt
My problem isn't a safety problem but i feel that with only 34,000 miles the paint should not be peeling back on the roof! i was hoping to find out if this problem has been reported. I was told by another paint shop that it is a primer problem that ford has....can you help me find out?thank you!lori
While driving the van a cracking noise is heard coming from the front end when making a right or left turn. When owner took van to be checked, a mechanic found that the frame has two large cracks under the gear box. Owner will have the van repaired.
While pulling out of a parking space turn wheel to left hard at loud cracking sound as if something was breaking. Stopped got out and looked under and noticed a bolt pulled through and broke the frame where the bottom bolt was. Grabbed the other two and they pulled right out and we're snapped off. Had to get another gearbox put on with all three bolts and 4 days later while pulling out of parking lot hard loud pop and looked and top right bolt was snapped off completely. Steering was way looser and made it to my destination. Next morning tried to pull out of parking space and loud pop once again. This time the gearbox was hanging all the way off. Steering wheel just kept turning but wheels were not. Couldn't park it back out of street because others cars were close had to leave it halfway hanging out in street till people got off work and moved other cars away so i could get it back to curb. Now i'm at a lost how did this happen twice. Or even happen at all.
Front ball joint failed, causing tire failure.
Front ball joints malfunctioned , causing vehicle to shake.in addition, tires wore out due to front end vibration.
Ball joints replaced due to poor quality. *sd
Vehicle was taken in for service due to brake failure & noticed the ball joints were loose.
Rear of vehicle shifted to the right side, leaving crooked tracks when driving down roads, also handles poorly.*skd
1994 ford econoline rear axle began to smoke and caught on fire.
Abs brakes; when applying brakes in a panic stop,brakes fail to stop the vehicle. Mechanic at dealership blamed the brakes failing on uneven tire wear frpm when tires were rotated.
Heard thumping and started to slow when tire blew and van became hard to control. Van pulled onto dirt shoulder (of two lane highway) and almost flipped.managed to get back onto road, slowed down and stopped. Changed tire. It was destroyed. The tread was separated, and the sidewall blown apart in several places on both sides. The rim was undamaged to my eye, and the bead near the rim was also undamaged. The tire shop removed the tire, looked for a cause of the blow out but could find none. The steel belts and tread were completely separated from carcass around 80% of circumference and partially around the rest.the "nylon" cords were exposed where ever the belts had separated and were shredded and probably caused the sudden tire failure with only a few minutes of thumping as a warning of impending failure.whole event probably took less than 2 minute. I have more of these tires in the car now.
Tread seperated from carcass at spead causing partial loss of car control.could have led to serious accident.( dot number: vdhl frw tire size: p235/75r15 )
You don't have the nineties!what's with that?i'd like to look to see if the car i have was ever recalled before i bought it
Abs braking light comes on intermittently, and the air bag light has remained on since 30k miles.dealer cannot determine the problem.also problems with hand brakes.cruise control doesn't always engage, but when it does, it is difficult to return it to the original position. *ml
Speed control accelerated from 65 to 85 mph and would not disengage due to spped control switch failure.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle caught on fire while parked outside a church.the fire department was contacted, and extinguished the fire.the fire department determined the fire originated from under the hood and was likely an electrical wiring problem.the vehicle was totaled and there were no problems prior to the incident.the contact saw a recall nhtsa campaign id # 06v86000 regarding the vehicle speed control, but the contact had not yet received a recall letter.
While operating vehicle at low speeds throttle started to stick, causing a gradual acceleration to 45 mph.in an attempt to release throttle, driver pressed on accelerator pedal once which only caused throttle to stick at a higher speed, driver was able to stop vehicle by turning ignition off. Dealership has not examined the vehicle.
Steering column:anti-lock brake light on all the time, airbag light blinks in a pattern, horn and cruise control quit working at the same time.transmission:transmission shudders when shifting gears in the higher gears.
Fire to vehicle caused by defective speed control deactivation switch.
Fire caused by a 1994 ford econoline 150 cruise control switch ignited.
- the contact called about nhtsa campaign 06v286000. He states that the vehicle was parked in driveway and caught on fire, at the time of the fire vehicle was not running. The vehicle's the speed control de-activation switch was the source of the fire.at the time of the incident there wasn't a recall on the vehicle so the contact paid for the repair done on vehicle.the contact stated that once the recall was posted, he took the vehicle to the dealership and they verified that the repair on vehicle had been done previously.once the dealership confirmed that repair was done on vehicle, the contact called manufacturer so he could get reimbursed for repair.manufacturer reimbursed him for 50 percent of what he paid for, now contact is looking to get reimbursed in full.the contact can provide a copy of invoice for repairs done by shop, letter that ford send him and also a copy of the check that ford sent him.
Sudden acceleration and throttle sticking at low speed for 2nd time in three week time.mechanics unable to find cause. I have researched the nhtsa site and there are many reported similar incidents of throttle sticking by other ford truck consumers. How many incidents do you need to demand that ford do a recall. How many people must be seriously injured or die.
Accelerator pedal sticks on high rpms when very cold/rear seat belts retractor will not feed out frequently.
Speed control accelerated from 65 mph to 85mph due to a faulty speed control switch.
Heat switch bounces in one position,cannot turn switch off or on. Contacted dealer, and dealer replaced part 4 times. Problem still occurring.
Two heater switches were replaced within two years. Dealer was not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.
Right rearview mirror is convex which causes objects to appear much closer than indicated by mirror. *sd
Thisvan would be considered a lemon if all of this happened within two years.first the door lock fell out, then the rearview mirror fell off, then the wrong fuse size had been installed and the the car could not started and all electrical systems failed.this all happened in the first year of ownership.after that all the ball joints had to be replaces the following year.after that the brakes failed due to too light a duty brake being installed on a conversion van.in 1998 the transmission started to go out, it has not completely gone out yet.it shudders on light to moderate acceleration.the dealer says it is probably the thrust converter.in june 1999 the fuel pump went out.the dealer said that it had been improperly installed at the factory because of corrosion.the car pump went out on a two lane 6% grade going down hill causing the power steering and brakes to practically fail do to no power.the courtesy lights have now failed and we are unable to turn any of them on.we are worried about an electrical fire due to the short.we want ford to offer to pay for fixing these items.there are many service bulletins regarding all of these things.
Windshield wiper blades freeze up and smear windshield in 30/0 degree weather, causing poor visibility.*skd
Left front wheel fell off vehicle. (ohio state police report)
Front right wheel broke off, causing accident.
Front wheels pitted prematurely.
While driving vehicle 10-15 mph the right wheel assembly separated from the tire, causing a accident. This happened without warning. The vehicle was not repaired.
Wheel came off of vehicle at highway speed.
Left front tire came off vehicle, causing accident. (ohio state police report)
The wheel mounting studs failed due to excessive stress.
While travelling 65 mph the passenger front tire completely detached from the vehicle, the studs completely failed.
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