- The problem
- Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. The fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.
- The risk
- A leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.
- The fix
- Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on october 15, 2007. Owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.
Vehicle safety record
1985 Ford Econoline Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1985 Ford Econoline have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 6 recalls, the latest in August 2007 for the fuel pump.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Econoline year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1985 Ford Econoline recalls 6
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- 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.
- The problem
- EXPULSION OF FUEL DUE TO OVERPRESSURIZATION.
- The risk
- Fuel or fuel vapors in the presence of an ignitionsource can cause a fire.
- The fix
- Modification of the base fuel venting and emission control system to reduce operating temperatures and fuel system pressures.
- The problem
- Fuel leak at the top of the front fuel tank in the area of the vapor valve grommet. Grommet may split due to compressive load when installed in the fuel tank.
- The risk
- Fuel may leak from vapor valve and become the source offuel for a fire.
- The fix
- Installation of a newly designed vapor valve grommet.
- The problem
- The rubber that encases ball stud and socket joint (connects steering drag link and pitman arm) may deteriorate, causing metal to metal contact, and may eventually result in complete separation. Consequence of defect: complete separation of the drag link to pitman arm connection results in loss of steering control which may lead to an accident.
- The fix
- Install new drag link assemblies with steel ball and socket joints at the pitman arm connections.
- The problem
- When frontally impacted into a fixed barrier at 30 mph, as specified in federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 301, The left frame rails of such vehicles may displace inboard, pinching the fuel/water separator canister between the frame rail and engine sufficiently to displace the fuel/water separator drain rod, allowing the contents of the canister to drain. Consequence of defect: fuel leak during or after a crash increases the possibility of a fire.
- The fix
- Install a canister shield, a revised design drain rod shield, and modify fuel/water separator mounting bracket.
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All Econoline years1985 Ford Econoline vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 Ford Econoline | 0 | 6 | D | |
| 1985 Ford Bronco | 20 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1985 Ford Bronco II | 13 | 1 | B | Compare |
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Questions about the 1985 Ford Econoline
Does the 1985 Ford Econoline have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 1985 Ford Econoline: fuel pump (August 2007); emission control (September 1987); emission control (July 1987); mounting (July 1987) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1985 Ford Econoline had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1985 Ford Econoline a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 26 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Ford Econoline year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Ford Econoline years have the most complaints?
1999 (300), 2000 (231), 2003 (215). See every Ford Econoline year compared.
What should I do if my 1985 Ford Econoline has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data