NHTSA recall 85V134000
Electrical system › Ignition › Module
Ford Tempo and 1 more
Reported Oct 22, 19853,988 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYBuilt Sep 1, 1985 – Oct 1, 1985
The defect
The unexpected open throttle causes an increase in engine speed which could result in loss of control of the car and a potential crash. consequence of defect: the electronic engine control processor may experience an intermittent timing problem. This problem causes improper execution engine performance which may maintain or cause a partially open throttle.
The remedy
Replace electronic engine control processor, if necessary.