1992 Ford Econoline
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 1992 Ford Econoline. Newest first.
Dope, inc. IS recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
Sabersport IS recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Ford IS recalling 225,000 my 1992-2003 econoline, my 1993-1995 taurus sho, my 1992-1998 crown victoria, my 1993 bronco, f-series, my 1995-1997 f-series super duty stripped chassis, my 1992-1998 mercury grand marquis, and my 1992-1995 lincoln town car vehicles. the affected vehicles were previously repaired using a wiring harness that IS not compatible with…
Risk and remedy
Risk
As a result, the fuse IS located in the output circuit rather than in the intended input power feed circuit, and may not offer the intended protection in the event of an electrical short to ground.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new wiring harness, or replace the mating electrical component. the recall began on february 18, 2008. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
The fuel filler hose or fuel filler vent hose was damaged by a drill bit used to install the dso package attaching hardware onto the floor pan.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If either of the hoses was penetrated by the drill bit,fuel leakage could result, particularly during fueling of the vehicle. In thepresence of an ignition source, this could result in fire.
Remedy
Replace the fuel filler and vent hoses and relocate the mounting hardware in the floor pan.
The tire certification labels incorrectly identify the vehicle tire requirements as p235/75r15 SL (standard load), rather than as p235/75r15 XL (extra load).
Risk and remedy
Risk
The certification labels on the affected vehicles do notcomply with fmvss 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other thanpassenger cars." incorrect tire selection could result in sudden failure ofa tire while the vehicle IS in motion, and result in a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Correct tire information labels and installation instructions will be mailed to the owners of these vehicles. Owners will be instructed that dealers can install the label provided if they prefer.
Owner complaints
83 complaints9 involved a crash11 involved a fire7 injuries1 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Vehicle speed control
TL* the contact owns a 1992 ford econoline. the contact stated that a fire ignited from under the hood as the vehicle was parked. the contact extinguished the fire and the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer, who stated that the wiring harness needed to be replaced. There was a recall under…
TL* the contact owns a 1992 ford econoline. the contact stated that a fire ignited from under the hood as the vehicle was parked. the contact extinguished the fire and the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer, who stated that the wiring harness needed to be replaced. There was a recall under nhtsa campaign ID number 008v051000(vehicle speed control) that could have been related to the failure however, the contact's vin was not included in the recall campaign. The vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owned a 1992 ford econoline van. While driving approximately 35 mph, the contact heard an unusual noise and assumed one of the tires was flat. As he was moving the vehicle off the roadway, the vehicle caught on fire from the driver's side. The fire department was called and a…
TL* the contact owned a 1992 ford econoline van. While driving approximately 35 mph, the contact heard an unusual noise and assumed one of the tires was flat. As he was moving the vehicle off the roadway, the vehicle caught on fire from the driver's side. The fire department was called and a report was filed. The police arrived but they did not file a report. The vehicle was destroyed. no one was injured. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
- Latches/locks/linkages
Problem: door latches on three of six doors on 1992 ford econline conversion van failed suddenly within four days of each other preventing doors from being opened. safety hazard: doors not opening could prevent egress from vehicle in event of an accident. failure cause: deterioration of…
Problem: door latches on three of six doors on 1992 ford econline conversion van failed suddenly within four days of each other preventing doors from being opened. safety hazard: doors not opening could prevent egress from vehicle in event of an accident. failure cause: deterioration of plastic retainers at both end of door mechanism cables. Four retainers are molded to each end of two cables inside the door. Failure of the retainers prevents doors cables from functioning properly to open doors. In all three cases each of the four retains in all three doors failed simultaneously. repairs: following the first failure, the vehicle was taken to a mechanic who advised that replacement retainers were not available. This required replacement of entire handle a cable assembly at an installed cost of @$300. According to the mechanic individual cables were not available except as part of the entire assembly. the following day, the second rear door failed. Before repairs could be undertaken, the left cargo door on the right side of the vehicle also failed.. The consumer undertook repairs by using epoxy putty to mold replacements of the failed plastic retainer. It appears that this may work though these repairs have not yet been successfully completed. it IS anticipated that the plastic retainers on the remaining three doors will fail in a short period of time requiring similar repairs unless the plastic retainers were part of a bad batch while the remaining cables were part of a good batch. Total cost of repairs if all six doors fail would be approximately $1800 or almost half of the total current value of the vehicle. recommendation: ford should recall all vehicles for which these parts are used to inspect and replace, as necessary, the cables containing the plastic retainers. at the very least, ford should make available replacement retainers thereby avoiding the need to replace the entire handle assembly which IS expensive and wasteful. *Tr
- Vehicle speed control
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 ford econoline. the contact had his cruise control deactivated in fall of 2007 according to nhtsa campaign ID number 08v051000 (vehicle speed control:cruise control), which could cause a fire. he then had the new and improved cruise control part installed in the summer…
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 ford econoline. the contact had his cruise control deactivated in fall of 2007 according to nhtsa campaign ID number 08v051000 (vehicle speed control:cruise control), which could cause a fire. he then had the new and improved cruise control part installed in the summer of 2008. after the installation, he noticed that the cruise control was no longer operative. the manufacturer stated that they would stand by their repair and honor a replacement for the failure; however, the contact would have to pay for the diagnostic in addition to any other expenses other than the jumper harness. the current mileage was approximately 101,850 and failure mileage was 99,966.
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system · Service brakes, hydraulic · Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 ford econoline. after starting the vehicle, the water pump began leaking fluid. the labor cost for the repair was $100. while driving approximately 35 mph, the contact depressed the brake pedal. the pedal extended to the floor and made it very difficult to stop the…
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 ford econoline. after starting the vehicle, the water pump began leaking fluid. the labor cost for the repair was $100. while driving approximately 35 mph, the contact depressed the brake pedal. the pedal extended to the floor and made it very difficult to stop the vehicle. while the mechanic was inspecting the vehicle, he observed an incomplete sticker inside the door by the manufacturer in 1992. the contact was concerned that the sticker indicated that there were some parts on the vehicle that were not completely installed. The contact stated that the front end also needed to be aligned. the vehicle was purchased 1 year ago. the current and failure mileages were 187,000. updated 06/16/08 *bf
- Engine and engine cooling
1992 ford econoline caught fire in the engine compartment causing the van to be completely engulfed in flames. *kb ohio traffic crash report. *Jb
- Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
When accelerating from a stop, the gas pedal became stuck. This caused the rear passenger tire to blow out and the consumer collided into 3 poles on the side of the road. The consumer had the vehicle towed. *Jb
- Vehicle speed control › Linkages
Due to the gas throttle sticking, the vehicle was in an accident resulting in the rear passenger tire to blow. there were no injuries, but the vehicle did explode. *Ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system · Vehicle speed control
I am a detective with the city of bridgeport, wv. on 7/16/04 I witnessed a 1992 ford van vin#: [xxx] on u. S. Route 50 traveling at 100 mph and the horn blowing. the vehicle left the roadway and crashed into a building, which myself and another officer attempted to get the driver out of the…
I am a detective with the city of bridgeport, wv. on 7/16/04 I witnessed a 1992 ford van vin#: [xxx] on u. S. Route 50 traveling at 100 mph and the horn blowing. the vehicle left the roadway and crashed into a building, which myself and another officer attempted to get the driver out of the vehicle, which once with in a few feet the vehicle erupted into flames. through the investigation of this incident it was found that the driver was traveling east on u. S. Route 50 from the parkersburg, wv area towards her residence in salem, wv. the driver should have exited u. S. Route 50 approximately 15 miles prior to the crash site in bridgeport, wv and did not do so because the accelerator of the vehicle was at full throttle for some reason. the driver was witnessed as far as 8 miles west of the crash site blowing her horn and flashing her lights to warn drivers of her problem. there IS a total of 2 witnesses who gave statements to the drivers actions while traveling on u. S. Route 50, plus what I witnessed as the vehicle passed my location about 1/2 mile before the crash site. the brakes of the vehicle were examined by myself and two mechanics and were found to be completely worn down and there was some gouge marks in the rotors of the vehicle. when the vehicle passed my location I could hear the engine roaring at full throttle and with the horn blowing constantly that this was more than just a drunk or speeder. the family of the driver stated that the vehicle had brakes put on a few months and the vehicle had been driven only a few times since. I found two recalls on www.alldata.com that I would like to find more information on; 1. Speed control - inoperative, 2. Accelerator cable -service procedures/tips. any information would be appreciated. *Jb updated 07/25/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6)
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
1992 ford econoline suffered tire tread separation as well as engine fire.*mr tire tread separated causing consumer to pull over. Once on the side of the road, his wife noticed flames coming from the engine compartment. Consumer opened hood and extinguished what he could see.…
1992 ford econoline suffered tire tread separation as well as engine fire.*mr tire tread separated causing consumer to pull over. Once on the side of the road, his wife noticed flames coming from the engine compartment. Consumer opened hood and extinguished what he could see. When more flames lit up and the extinguisher was gone, they got their two dogs out and walked away from the vehicle. Nothing was salvageable. *ph
- Electrical system
Vehicle was parked in the driveway on thursday afternoon, and on saturday at 1:30 pm it caught on fire. Dealer notified. *Ak
- Electrical system › Ignition
Almost immediately after the expiration of the warranty, the vehicle began to stall while driving in warm climates. the ford dealer had no solution an on one trip to las vegas (gaudin ford of vegas) replaced the main computer at a cost of over $600.00 so we could get back to los angeles. now I…
Almost immediately after the expiration of the warranty, the vehicle began to stall while driving in warm climates. the ford dealer had no solution an on one trip to las vegas (gaudin ford of vegas) replaced the main computer at a cost of over $600.00 so we could get back to los angeles. now I see in the headlines of the paper a class action suit against ford for vehicles doing the exact same thing we are experiencing. when I called ford consumer line they said there was no recall at this time and not to bother calling them! this vehicle IS dangerous as it stops running without warning leaving no power steering, no brakes and loss of control at highway speeds. we need help with this problem as we are unable to use the vehicle as IS and we refuse to pass this problem on to another person as ford has already done to us and others by selling their defective vehicles and not offering solutions tot he problems their haphazard workmanship has created. *nlm **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*734336
- Tires › Tread/belt
Consumer called complaining about having problem with three firestone firehawk tire: size r4531105 dot vd604ra109q14l, vd504ra49803l and ( r) all three tires blow up at 21,000 miles and the tires expectation were 50,000 miles, manufacturer has been notified. Please provide further information dot. And size. Ts *tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
Consumer states that the rubber fuel line IS being overheated/burned by the exhaust system and may cause a fire. Manufacturer was notified. Feel free to provide any further information.*jb
- Electrical system › Ignition
Almost immeadiately after the expiration of warranty, the vehicle began to stall while driving in warm climates. the ford dealer had no solution and on one trip to las vegas (gaudin ford of vegas) replaced the main compurter at a cost of over $600 so we could get back to los angeles. now I see in…
Almost immeadiately after the expiration of warranty, the vehicle began to stall while driving in warm climates. the ford dealer had no solution and on one trip to las vegas (gaudin ford of vegas) replaced the main compurter at a cost of over $600 so we could get back to los angeles. now I see in the headlines of the paper a class action suit against ford for vehicles doing the exact same thing we experienncing. when I called fords consumer line they said there was no recall at this time and not to bother calling them! this vehicle IS dangerous as it stops running with out warning leaving no power steering, no brakes and loss of control at highway speeds. we need help with this problem as we are unable to use the vehicle as IS and we refuse to pass this problem on to another person as ford has already done to us and others by selling their defective vehicles and not offering solutions to the problems their haphazard workmanship has created.*ak
- Electrical system › Ignition · Vehicle speed control
Got in car closed door started vechicle, put foot on brake had handsat 3-9 engaged from park to drive. Took foot off brake went forward and turned steering wheel with hands right to 12-6 have not used gas pedal yet since in a parking lot. At this time I am thrown against drivers door very hard…
Got in car closed door started vechicle, put foot on brake had handsat 3-9 engaged from park to drive. Took foot off brake went forward and turned steering wheel with hands right to 12-6 have not used gas pedal yet since in a parking lot. At this time I am thrown against drivers door very hard vech. Has taken off at a great speed and I am now falling out of door partially. Steering wheel IS locked in 12-6 right hand steering position and I am driving in a large right hand circle I notice that my keys are no longer in ignition but laying on my concel dink holder I am pullin my self back in car using locked steering wheel got keys and wiggled them back into ignition car resumes normal control come to a stop hit on vehical in path of my arc. Key can be taken out of ignition while care IS running have an appt. On tues. The 18TH of june with a ford dealership. They have told me that there IS no recall of this type .*ak
- Electrical system › Ignition › Module
Consumer stated the tfi module failed, consumer stated that in the news media it was stated that econolines through 1991 were covered under the court ordered recall, however conusmers van was manufactured in 1991, but the model year IS 1992 because of that, the vehicle will not be covered, even though the vehicle has suffered the same symptoms of the faulty tfi module. *Yh
- Engine and engine cooling · Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicle stalls in warm weather, at any speed and any time.*ak. Consumer stated the dealer discovered the problem as being the coolant sensor, also the fuel filter and drivebelt were replaced.*jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Consumer stated when the weather IS cold, the engine idles faster than it should, consumer stated the engine should idle less as the engine becomes warm but it does not, the vehicle drives faster than it should and occasionally slow engine speed to normal, however when the throttle IS pushed again the problem returns.*jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc
First time disc brake locked up on or about 07/29/00, mileage 21478, vehicle speed about 30 to 35mph, no accident. had both front brakes serviced by ford authorized garage. Brake pads replaced,caliper slides cleaned and lubed, rotors machined and vehicle test drive. second lock up of disc brake…
First time disc brake locked up on or about 07/29/00, mileage 21478, vehicle speed about 30 to 35mph, no accident. had both front brakes serviced by ford authorized garage. Brake pads replaced,caliper slides cleaned and lubed, rotors machined and vehicle test drive. second lock up of disc brake on 09/10/01. Same wheel (left front). No accident, mileage 23188, vehicle speed about 40mph. Repairs to brake system not made to date. expect to have repairs done in next week.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline · Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner · Suspension › Rear · Vehicle speed control
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
- Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
While traveling on interstate at 75 mph rear passenger's wheel came completely off.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
When filling vehicle with gas noticed gas running onto gas tank and ground. Dealer stated filler tub needed to be replaced. *ak the dealer failed to install correct part and repair was done. besides, the dealer installs the whole assembly instead of failed part. *Yh
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
Rubber re-fuel intake nozzle has rotted and creates a serious fuel leak. *Ak
- Tires › Tread/belt
Tire size: 31 1050 R16.5; tread separation, van swerved out of control. *ak (tiresize: 3110.5r16.)( dot number: tire size: 3110.5r16. )
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
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- Idle air spd ctrl vlv malf
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Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10148820This SKU is a front upper ball joint. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball joint assembly. Excessive friction in the ball joint assembly may cause a perceptible increase in steering effort.
- 10004835A hard start or no start condition in extreme cold weather.
- 10003748New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included.
- 6092006Subject regarding tire balance hint.
- 6090087Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems.
- 6089681Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses.
- 3055200Unknown
- 623944Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *Slc
- 616522Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system.
- 613350Service tip information regarding the reverse clutch piston and piston seal usage.
- 613288Some vehicles may exhibit a steering pull to the right or left.
- 613252Some vehicles that are loaded to the upper end of gvw, with the majority of the load between the axles, may exhibit inner edge tire wear due to incorrect alignment.
- 613145Vehicles may exhibit a steering pull to the right or left, due to incorrect front end alignment settings. *Mjs
- 613041Vehicles that are loaded to the upper end of fvw, with the majority of the load between the axles, may exhibit inner edge tire wear due to incorrect alignment. *Mjs
- 612965Customers may be concerned that vehicle looks like it dogtracks, due to a unique feature of the vehicle that combine to create an optical illusion of dogtracking, a condition which the rear axle IS not square to the chassis. *Mjs
- 612343Vehicles may experience solid particle contaminants from prior transmission concerns or excess wear, may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system IS not properly flushed, fluid in-line filter kit. *Mjs
- 612203Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *Mjs
- 609737Transmission- e40d/4r100-1989-99-main controls, separator plates and separator plate gaskets usage chart. Yd
- 609736Transmission-e40d-no 2-3 upshift. Some vehicles may exhibit a no 2-3 upshift condition.
- 608551Complaints of tire wear and loose feelings in the steering system.
- 608431Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda.
- 608417Subject regarding a high number of ball joints being replaced as the result of routine inspections or of complaints of tire wear and loose feelings in the steering system.
- 607657Concerns with a hard to turn ignition key and / or a hard to remove key from ignition cylinder.
- 606839Addressing tire balance hints.
- 606460Experiencing a whine / buzz type noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio on vehicles with an in-tank electric fuel pump.
- 606429Some vehicles may exhibit a "squeaking" or "moaning" noise from the steering column while turning.
- 606420Ford motor company now recommends sae 5W-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year.
- 605721Some vehicles may develop "cavitation" erosion in the cylinder wall of the engine.
- 605599Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 62, 628, and / or 1728 may be stored in memory.
- 604059Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( F8AZ - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals.
- 601341Experiencing a whining / buzzing noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio.
- 601312Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system.
- 601299A hard to turn ignition key, and/or a hard to remove key from ignition cylinder may occur on some vehicles.
- 601290Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance.
- 601280Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 62,628, and/or 1728.
- 601269Announcing the ford oem air conditioning retrofit kit availability.
- 601238Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart.
- 601012The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes IS no longer acceptable.
- 51987Fuel economy- customer expectations versus vehicle usage.
- 51945Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts.
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