1991 Ford Escort recalls
There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 1991 Ford Escort, covering 119,000 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
All recalls
Electrical system: ignition: anti-theft: control module
- What is wrong
- The roll pins securing the ignition lock in the steering column housing can separate or move out of position.
- Risk
- The ignition lock cylinder may disengage from thesteering column housing which could cause the steering column to lock up,resulting in loss of vehicle control and a possible accident.
- Remedy
- If one or both of the roll pins are missing or not fully inserted, the ignition lock housing will be replaced, along with the door-locks and the liftgate or deck-lid locks so that key compatibility is maintained. If both pins are present and fully inserted, a plastic snap-on sleeve will be installed as a precaution to prevent the roll pins from coming out.
Recall number 93V057000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline
- What is wrong
- Fatigue cracks can develop in the solder joint between the fuel return tube and the fuel pump sending unit located at the top of the fuel tank.
- Risk
- Should a crack develop, fuel vapor can escape from thetank when the tank is full, and a small amount of fuel can leak from the crack.fuel leaks can result in fire when exposed to a source of ignition.
- Remedy
- Install a new fuel pump sending assembly.
Recall number 92V117000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
- What is wrong
- Interference occur between bolt that secures a fuel line shield to the lower portion of the dash panel and the accelerator pedal.
- Risk
- This could cause the accelerator pedal to stick at the wide open throttle position and result in loss of control with the risk of a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Cut off extra length of bolt that protrudes above surface of weld nut to prevent interference.
Recall number 90V076000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1991 Ford Escort recalls
How do I check if my 1991 Ford Escort has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 1991 Ford Escort have?
3, covering electrical system, fuel system, gasoline and vehicle speed control.
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