Safety defect investigations, technical specifications, and manufacturer repair notices for Canadian owners.
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Safety recall notices and repair campaigns registered for the 1977 Ford Econoline in Canada.
Certain vehicles equipped with 460 c.i.d. Engines and 4350-4v carburetors. The secondary throttle lever of the 4350-4v carburetor may experience a "hang-up" condition due to a die misalignment during the die-casting of the throttle body. The secondary throttle plates may remain open after a wide-open throttle application causing the vehicle to accelerate to high speed. The vehicle can be stopped by shifting into neutral and braking or by turning the ignition switch off.
A failure of this component (engine) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
ALL 1975-77 FORD ECONOLINE AND CLUB WAGON VANS THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH THE STANDARD UNPADDED INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE STANDARD PLASTIC INSTRUMENT PANEL CAN BE BROKEN DURING OCCUPANT IMPACT WITH THE POSSIBILITY THAT PORTIONS OF THE BROKEN PANEL COULD CONTRIBUTE TO OCCUPANT INJURY. A PADDED INSTRUMENT PANEL PAD WILL BE INSTALLED OVER THE STANDARD INSTRUMENT PANEL.
A failure of this component (not entered) may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Authorized dealerships will inspect the vehicle and complete all necessary repairs free of charge (parts and labor).
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