The 1976 Ford Pinto has 3 recalls, the most serious involving fuel leaks on vehicles with the 2.3-litre engine: a loose connection between the fuel line and fuel pump can leak fuel in a frontal collision, and a rubber hose near the carburetor can also leak fuel at rest or while running, creating an underhood fire risk.
The third recall affects the rear seat cushion, where brackets attaching the seat to the underbody may have inadequate spot welds and can pull away from the seat frame, leaving the cushion unsecured.
At a glance
What can fail
Some 2.3-liter engines may have a faulty connection between the fuel line and fuel pump. In a front-end collision at 30 mph, this connection could leak fuel beyond safe limits.
What the fix does
No remedy description available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The rubber hose connecting the fuel tube to the carburetor fuel filter in 2.3 litre engines may leak fuel, causing fuel odours and risk of underhood fire.
What the fix does
No remedy description available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The brackets that attach the rear seat cushion to the frame may separate because of weak spot welds. The seat doesn't meet safety standards.
What the fix does
No remedy description available.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
