1983 Ford F250
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
6 recalls name the 1983 Ford F250. Newest first.
Water separator canister may be punctured in a collision. Crash tests in a 30 mph frontal collision revealed fuel leakage exceeding the maximum permitted by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity".
Risk and remedy
Remedy
A protective shield for the canister will be installed without charge.
In a collision, bolts may damage or pierce a fuel line, causing fuel spillage. Affected vehicles may not be capable of meeting the minimum fuel leakage requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 301, "fuel system integrity".
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will replace the existing 2.18 inch bolts in the left front fender apron with one inch long bolts at no charge.
The parking gear may not engage, even though the gear shift lever IS placed in the "park" position. This occurs if the linkage inside the transmission that actuates the park gear was improperly manufactured. A pin that retains components on a linkage (actuating) rod could break and the linkage may not engage the parking gear.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the parking pawl actuating rod assembly.
Some of the involved vehicles may have a diode in the electrical fuel pump circuit that may short during engine starting due to inadequate capacity to withstand current draw. A short circuit would result in normal engine starting, but the pump will not continue to supply the engine with fuel.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will replace defective element in the electrical fuel pump circuit with a new relay feed wiring assembly which contains a larger capacity diode, free of charge.
On certain vehicles, the lock wedges used to secure the axle bearing nuts to the axle housing may fall out of position, allowing the nut to loosen. The nut on the left side may fall off, allowing movement of the axle shaft.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will replace defective lock wedges with an improved version. Wheel bearings will be inspected and adjusted or replaced, if necessary.
The springs that assist in raising the hood may detach from the hood without warning. The hood can be in any position when this occurs.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will replace the hood lift assist spring assemblies with revised parts.
Owner complaints
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- Power train › Clutch assembly · Structure › Body
Consumer was driving step on clutch pedal the fire wall broke . tt
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- F-series fuel tank fires
F-series fuel tank fires
- Rear wheel lockup
Summary: the 6.9L diesel engine was not utilized in the subject vehiclesprior to the 1983 model year.a proportioning valve was added and thefront brake metering valve (which delays front brake application) wasdeleted on 1984 models.ford issued a service bulletin in november 1983recommending that a 275 psi…
Summary: the 6.9L diesel engine was not utilized in the subject vehiclesprior to the 1983 model year.a proportioning valve was added and thefront brake metering valve (which delays front brake application) wasdeleted on 1984 models.ford issued a service bulletin in november 1983recommending that a 275 psi proportioning valve be installed for ownerswho complain of excessive rear brake sensitivity.analysis:the 6.9L diesel engine increases vehicle weight by almost900 lbs. Compared to a truck with a smaller V-8 gasoline engine. Most ofthe additional weight IS supported by the front wheels.the design chan-ges incorporated in 1984 appear to have corrected the problem.status:final etf test report received 6/15/87.ir response dated10/12/87.
- Seat belt reel location - seatbelt
Seat belt reel location - seatbelt
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.
- 3055147Unknown
- 601281A no start or hard start condition may occur on some vehicles due to the glow plug control system.
- 601036Some vehicles may exhibit excessive brake pedal travel, irregular front lining wear, and brake pull.
- 68393Unknown
- 51945Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts.
- 51689Frame- rivet replacement with bolts- service tips.
- 51669Noise- "popping/creaking"- front frame or suspension brackets- frame- "popping/creaking"- fastener replacement.
- 42080Unknown
- 39892There may be a concern of poor performance, coolant in the oil and engine knocking and/or hydraulic lock on some vehicles.
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