Frame and members: underbody shieldsRecall 85V-077 · 1984–1985 Ford LTD
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall 85V-077 covers 8,671 1984–1985 Ford LTD for a frame and members: underbody shields problem, reported to NHTSA on June 11, 1985.
Source: NHTSA recall 85V077000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
HEAT SHIELDS FOR THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER OUTLET PIPES WERE OMITTED DURING PRODUCTION. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: AFTER SEVERE DUTY USE, SUCH AS HIGH SPEED PURSUIT, THE OUTLET PIPES BECOME VERY HOT AND COULD IGNITE CERTAIN TYPES OF GROUND COVER RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
The fix
INSTALL CATALYTIC CONVERTER OUTLET PIPE SHIELDS.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS WITH OPTIONAL POLICE PACKAGES EQUIPPED WITH 5.0 LITER FUEL INJECTED HIGH OUTPUT ENGINES.SYSTEM: CATALYTIC CONVERTER HEAT SHIELDS.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.