NHTSA Recall # | 48652 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 76V067000 |
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Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
Supplier | FORD |
Brand | FORD |
Model | PINTO |
Model Year | 1976 |
Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES |
Date of notification | 18/05/76 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 03/07/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 03/07/24 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 29/04/76 |
Report created | 12/10/79 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 410580 |
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Recall notes | Ford campaign no 192. Possibility that the nylon bushing in the acceleratorncable may become loose due to an oversize retaining clip. A loose bushing maylrestrict the accelerator cable from returning to idle or to a lower speedor to a slower speed condition, holding carburetor at constant speed. Shouldthis occur, the driver can stop the vehicle by applying the brakes, shiftingto neutral and turning off the ignition. (correct by inspecting the bushingbushing retaining clip where necessary.) |