- 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
1982 Ford Granada Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1982 Ford Granada have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in August 2007 for the fuel pump.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Granada year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1982 Ford Granada recalls 4
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
- Some of the involved vehicles may have been produced with improperly welded fuel tank support straps. Under certain collision conditions, these straps may not be able to support the fuel tank and leaks could develop.
- The fix
- Dealer will inspect the fuel tank retaining straps for type of welds and, if necessary, replace them at no charge to owner.
- The problem
- Some of the suspect vehicles may have been produced with improperly tightened propane fuel system fittings in the engine compartment; fuel leakage could occur.
- The fix
- Dealer will inspect, replace, and seal certain fuel system connections at no cost to owner.
- The problem
- Incorrect information on tire placards constitutes a failure to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "Tire selection and rims". The information concerning tire sizes and inflation pressures is applicable to both two and four door sedans. The statement covers four door but fails to specify two door sedans.
- The fix
- Revised placards will be installed by owners, or by dealers without charge.
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Ford Granada: every year compared
All Granada years1982 Ford Granada vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 Ford Granada | 0 | 4 | D | |
| 1982 Ford Bronco | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 1982 Ford Bronco II | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1982 Ford Granada
Does the 1982 Ford Granada have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 1982 Ford Granada: fuel pump (August 2007); mounting (May 1983); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (April 1982); labels (December 1981). 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 1982 Ford Granada had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1982 Ford Granada a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Ford Granada 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.
What should I do if my 1982 Ford Granada 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