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1994 Ford E-150

121 federal complaints (180 component records) · 7 recall campaigns on file · 2 federal investigations · 9 service bulletins · 2 Canadian recalls
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Engine
4.9L 6-cyl
Fuel
Regular
Drive
RWD
EPA economy
12 city / 15 hwy
Federal complaints
121
Recall campaigns
7
Specifications show one example EPA configuration for this model year; other engines, drivetrains, and trims exist and the records below cover all of them.

Fault profile

Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.

Brakes
29
Engine & cooling
22
Steering
21
Speed control
21
Fuel system
18
Electrical system
14
Suspension
12
Tires
9
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.

Known issues

The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.

Brakes

29 complaint records
"ABS BRAKE LIGHT REMAINS ILLUMINATED, INDICATING MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SYSTEM, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Related system parts - not a diagnosis
Front Brake Pads
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Rear Brake Pads
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Brake Shoes
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Engine & cooling

22 complaint records1 fire report
"CONSUMER NOTICED AN OIL STAIN UNDER VEHICLE. DEALER STATED OIL PAN WAS RUSTING FROM INSIDE OUT, AND WAS LEAKING. *AK..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
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Complete Engine Assembly
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Cylinder Head
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Head Gasket Set
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Steering

21 complaint records1 fire report1 crash report
"POWER STEERING; WHEN DRIVING TO A STOP TRY TO TURN THE STEERING WOULDN'T TURN WHEN CAR IS NOT MOVING AND CAR IS MOVING STEERING IS HARD TO TURN AT LOW SPEED. T..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
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Steering Rack and Pinion
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Power Steering Pump
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Power Steering Hose
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Federal defect investigations

Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.

InvestigationStatusComponentSubject
EA05005
opened Mar 2005
closed Aug 2006Vehicle Speed ControlENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES - led to recall 08V025000
EA05-005 IS CLOSED WITH FORD?S ACTIONS IN RECALLS 05V-017, 05V-388, AND 06V-286, RECALLING APPROXIMATELY 6.7 MILLION VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH TEXAS INSTRUMENTS SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCHES (SCDS).THE BRAKE SYSTEMS IN THESE RECALLED VEHICLES GENERATE A...
PE96072
opened Dec 1996
closed Apr 1997SteeringLOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
There is no summary currently available

Recall campaigns

Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.

CampaignComponentSummaryRemedy
09V399000Vehicle Speed ControlFORD IS RECALLING MODEL YEARS 1995-2003 WINDSTAR, 2000-2003 EXCURSION DIESEL, 1993-1997 AND 1999-2003 F-250 SD THROUGH F-550 SD DIESEL, 1992-2003 E-150 THROUGH E-550, 1995-2002 EXPLORER, 1997 AND 2002 MERCURY...Normally free
09V298000Equipment Adaptive/MobilityR&R MOBILITY IS RECALLING 7 VANS EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE LIFTS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.Normally free
09V297000Equipment Adaptive/MobilityR&R MOBILITY IS RECALLING 7 VANS EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFT. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.Normally free
08V051000Vehicle Speed ControlFORD IS RECALLING 225,000 MY 1992-2003 ECONOLINE, MY 1993-1995 TAURUS SHO, MY 1992-1998 CROWN VICTORIA, MY 1993 BRONCO, F-SERIES, MY 1995-1997 F-SERIES SUPER DUTY STRIPPED CHASSIS, MY 1992-1998 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS,...Normally free
06V286000Vehicle Speed ControlON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.Normally free
94V128000Interior LightingTHE TRANSFORMER USED TO POWER THE NEON CENTER LIGHTBEAM CAN OVERHEAT AND CATCH ON FIRE.Normally free
94V087000EquipmentTHE MANUFACTURER'S CERTIFICATION LABEL AND/OR THE DRIVER AIR BAG ADVISORY LABEL MAY BE MISSING FROM THE VEHICLES, WHICH DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF 49 CFR 567.Normally free

Transport Canada recalls

Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.

RecallSystemUnits (CA)Summary
2009292
2009-10-14
Other492,877On certain vehicles, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn, potentially resulting in an underhood fire. The condition may occur either when the vehicle is parked or when it is in operation.
2008038
2008-02-06
Electrical8,869On certain vehicles, a wiring harness that is not compatible with the vehicle circuit polarity may have been inadvertently installed during servicing for recall 2005028 or 2007258.

Service bulletins and warranty extensions

Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.

BulletinTypeComponentSummary
985A39
Mar 1998
Service BrakesA COMPREHENSIVE PULL AND DRIFT DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE HAS BEEN DEVELOPED TO ASSIST TECHNICIANS IN RESOLVING BRAKE PULL OR DRIFT CONCERNS. *AK
985A40
Mar 1998
Service BrakesA SHUDDER / VIBRATION AND / OR SQUEALING HEARD WHILE BRAKING - REVISED FRONT BRAKE LINING. *TT
985A41
Mar 1998
Service BrakesSUBJECT REGARDING ON-VEHICLE CALIPER-MOUNT LATHE MACHINING SETUP PROCEDURES. *TT
BC0678961025
Oct 1996
Power TrainINFORMATION ON AODE/4R7W TRANSMISSION MAIN CONTROL & CASE REPLACEMENT. *TT
BC0883961004
Oct 1996
Engine And Engine CoolingVEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN EXHAUST LEAK &/OR NOISE DUE TO WARPED EXHAUST MANIFOLDS. *TT
96714
Mar 1996
Power TrainSUBJECT REGARDING A NEW TRANSMISSION CASE AND MAIN CONTROL RELEASED FOR SERVICE ON AODE / 4R70W TRANSMISSIONS. *TT
BC4321950705
Jul 1995
Power TrainVEHICLES EXPERIENCING OCCASIONAL HARSH REVERSE ENGAGEMENT CONCERNS. *TW
951113
Jun 1995
Power TrainDELAYED FORWARD ENGAGEMENT AND/OR HEAT STAINED FORWARD CLUTCH PLATES AFTER INSTALLING CENTER SUPPORT SERVICE. *TW
95515
Mar 1995
Power TrainTHERE MAY BE AN INTERMITTENT LOSS OF TORQUE DURING OR JUST AFTER THE 3-4 UPSHIFT OR IN 4TH GEAR ON SOME VEHICLES. *TW

Before you buy this vehicle

A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.

  1. Brake hard once from speed on an empty road.A pull to one side, a pulsing pedal, a pedal that sinks at a stop, or an ABS light that stays lit are the brake complaints on this vehicle presenting themselves.
  2. Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
  3. Drive one straight highway stretch and one slow parking lot.Wander or a shimmy over bumps at speed, and heavy or dropped assist at low speed, are the two faces of this vehicle's steering cluster. A clunk on turn-in points at the linkage.
  4. Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 7 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
  5. Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.

Every part on this vehicle

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Brakes
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Rear Brake PadsRear discs; economy cars may use drums/shoes insteadBuy it now on eBay
Brake ShoesRear drum brake vehicles onlyBuy it now on eBay
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ABS Control ModuleABS became widespread early 1990s; standard by 2012Buy it now on eBay
ABS Wheel Speed SensorBuy it now on eBay
Parking Brake CableElectronic parking brakes replace cables on most vehicles after ~2015Buy it now on eBay
Brake Proportioning ValveFunction absorbed by ABS/ESC modules on later vehiclesBuy it now on eBay
Brake Fluid ReservoirBuy it now on eBay
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Suspension
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Strut MountBuy it now on eBay
Coil SpringsBuy it now on eBay
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Ball JointBuy it now on eBay
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Front Wheel Hub Bearing AssemblyBuy it now on eBay
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Trailing ArmBuy it now on eBay
Torsion BarMostly trucks/SUVs of the 1980s-2000sBuy it now on eBay
Air Suspension CompressorLuxury/SUV trims onlyBuy it now on eBay
Air Suspension SpringLuxury/SUV trims onlyBuy it now on eBay
Camber Alignment KitBuy it now on eBay
Coilover KitAftermarket performance upgrade rather than OE replacementBuy it now on eBay
Steering
Steering Rack and PinionBuy it now on eBay
Power Steering PumpHydraulic PS phased out for electric ~2005-2015Buy it now on eBay
Power Steering HoseBuy it now on eBay
Power Steering ReservoirBuy it now on eBay
Inner Tie RodBuy it now on eBay
Outer Tie Rod EndBuy it now on eBay
Idler ArmRecirculating-ball steering; mostly trucksBuy it now on eBay
Pitman ArmRecirculating-ball steering; mostly trucksBuy it now on eBay
Steering ColumnBuy it now on eBay
Steering WheelBuy it now on eBay
Clock SpringAirbag-era vehicles; spiral cable behind wheelBuy it now on eBay
Engine
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Cylinder HeadBuy it now on eBay
Head Gasket SetBuy it now on eBay
Valve CoverBuy it now on eBay
Valve Cover GasketBuy it now on eBay
Timing Belt KitEngine-specific: belt vs chain varies by engine not model yearBuy it now on eBay
Timing Chain KitEngine-specific: belt vs chain varies by engine not model yearBuy it now on eBay
Timing CoverBuy it now on eBay
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CrankshaftBuy it now on eBay
Piston SetBuy it now on eBay
Connecting RodBuy it now on eBay
Oil PanBuy it now on eBay
Oil Pan GasketBuy it now on eBay
Oil PumpBuy it now on eBay
Oil FilterBuy it now on eBay
Oil CoolerBuy it now on eBay
Engine MountEVs have motor mounts; keyword still worksBuy it now on eBay
Harmonic BalancerBuy it now on eBay
FlexplateBuy it now on eBay
Intake ManifoldBuy it now on eBay
Intake Manifold GasketBuy it now on eBay
Exhaust ManifoldBuy it now on eBay
Valve SpringsBuy it now on eBay
Rocker ArmsBuy it now on eBay
Valve LiftersBuy it now on eBay
PCV ValveBuy it now on eBay
Serpentine BeltPre-1985 vehicles often use multiple V-beltsBuy it now on eBay
Belt TensionerBuy it now on eBay
Idler PulleyBuy it now on eBay
TurbochargerTurbo-equipped engines onlyBuy it now on eBay
IntercoolerTurbo-equipped engines onlyBuy it now on eBay
Engine Splash ShieldBuy it now on eBay
Engine Air FilterBuy it now on eBay
Air Intake BoxBuy it now on eBay
Oil Filler CapBuy it now on eBay
Engine Oil DipstickBuy it now on eBay
Engine Management
Engine Control ModuleOften VIN-programmed; note on pageBuy it now on eBay
Mass Air Flow SensorBuy it now on eBay
MAP SensorBuy it now on eBay
Throttle BodyBuy it now on eBay
Throttle Position SensorBuy it now on eBay
Idle Air Control ValveReplaced by electronic throttle controlBuy it now on eBay
Upstream Oxygen SensorBuy it now on eBay
Coolant Temperature SensorBuy it now on eBay
Oil Pressure SensorBuy it now on eBay
Knock SensorBuy it now on eBay
Camshaft Position SensorBuy it now on eBay
Crankshaft Position SensorBuy it now on eBay
Vehicle Speed SensorBuy it now on eBay
Ignition
Spark PlugsBuy it now on eBay
Spark Plug WiresCoil-on-plug eliminated wires on most engines by mid-2000sBuy it now on eBay
Ignition CoilBuy it now on eBay
DistributorDistributorless ignition took over through the 1990sBuy it now on eBay
Distributor Cap and RotorBuy it now on eBay
Ignition Control ModuleBuy it now on eBay
Ignition SwitchBuy it now on eBay
Ignition Lock CylinderPush-button start replaces the cylinder on most vehicles after ~2015Buy it now on eBay
Cooling
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Radiator CapBuy it now on eBay
Radiator Cooling FanBuy it now on eBay
Fan ClutchMechanical fans; mostly RWD trucksBuy it now on eBay
Water PumpBuy it now on eBay
ThermostatBuy it now on eBay
Thermostat HousingBuy it now on eBay
Upper Radiator HoseBuy it now on eBay
Lower Radiator HoseBuy it now on eBay
Heater HoseBuy it now on eBay
Heater CoreBuy it now on eBay
Coolant ReservoirEVs have coolant loops for battery/electronicsBuy it now on eBay
Radiator SupportBuy it now on eBay
Transmission Oil CoolerBuy it now on eBay
Fuel System
Fuel PumpBuy it now on eBay
Fuel FilterBuy it now on eBay
Fuel InjectorsBuy it now on eBay
Fuel RailBuy it now on eBay
Fuel TankBuy it now on eBay
Gas CapCapless fillers on many vehicles after ~2010Buy it now on eBay
Fuel Filler NeckBuy it now on eBay
Fuel Pressure RegulatorBuy it now on eBay
Fuel Level Sending UnitBuy it now on eBay
EVAP Charcoal CanisterBuy it now on eBay
Exhaust
Catalytic ConvertereBay requires EPA-compliant units; CARB-only rules for CA/NY/CO vehicles - flag on pageBuy it now on eBay
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Exhaust ResonatorBuy it now on eBay
Exhaust PipeBuy it now on eBay
Exhaust Flex PipeBuy it now on eBay
Exhaust Gasket SetBuy it now on eBay
Exhaust HangerLargely universal rubber hangersBuy it now on eBay
Exhaust Heat ShieldBuy it now on eBay
EGR ValveBuy it now on eBay
Exhaust TipAccessory; sized by pipe diameter not vehicleBuy it now on eBay
Drivetrain
Automatic Transmission AssemblyBuy it now on eBay
Torque ConverterBuy it now on eBay
Transmission Rebuild KitBuy it now on eBay
Transmission MountBuy it now on eBay
Transmission Oil PanBuy it now on eBay
Transmission Filter KitBuy it now on eBay
Shift SolenoidBuy it now on eBay
Transmission Control ModuleBuy it now on eBay
Shifter CableBuy it now on eBay
Shift KnobMostly universal threadsBuy it now on eBay
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Rear CV AxleAWD/RWD independent-rear vehiclesBuy it now on eBay
CV Boot KitBuy it now on eBay
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Universal JointBuy it now on eBay
Differential AssemblyBuy it now on eBay
Differential CoverBuy it now on eBay
Transfer Case4WD/AWD vehiclesBuy it now on eBay
Axle ShaftBuy it now on eBay
Wheel StudsBuy it now on eBay
Electrical
Car Battery12V battery; group size specificBuy it now on eBay
Battery CableBuy it now on eBay
Battery TrayBuy it now on eBay
AlternatorHybrids/EVs use DC-DC converters insteadBuy it now on eBay
Starter MotorBuy it now on eBay
Voltage RegulatorExternal regulators; internal to alternator on later vehiclesBuy it now on eBay
Fuse BoxBuy it now on eBay
RelayStandardized ISO relaysBuy it now on eBay
Engine Wiring HarnessBuy it now on eBay
Instrument ClusterMileage-programmed; note on pageBuy it now on eBay
HornLargely universalBuy it now on eBay
Power Window MotorBuy it now on eBay
Power Window SwitchBuy it now on eBay
Door Lock ActuatorBuy it now on eBay
12V Power OutletBuy it now on eBay
Ground StrapBuy it now on eBay
Trailer Wiring HarnessBuy it now on eBay
HVAC
AC CompressorBuy it now on eBay
AC CondenserBuy it now on eBay
AC EvaporatorBuy it now on eBay
AC Expansion ValveBuy it now on eBay
AC Receiver DrierBuy it now on eBay
AC Hose AssemblyBuy it now on eBay
Blower MotorBuy it now on eBay
Blower Motor ResistorBuy it now on eBay
Heater Control ValveBuy it now on eBay
Climate Control ModuleBuy it now on eBay
AC Pressure SwitchBuy it now on eBay
Lighting
Headlight AssemblyBuy it now on eBay
Headlight BulbsBulb size specific; model keyword still standard searchBuy it now on eBay
Tail Light AssemblyBuy it now on eBay
Fog Light AssemblyBuy it now on eBay
Turn Signal AssemblyBuy it now on eBay
Side Marker LightBuy it now on eBay
Third Brake LightMandatory on US cars from 1986Buy it now on eBay
License Plate LightBuy it now on eBay
Dome Light AssemblyBuy it now on eBay
Headlight SwitchBuy it now on eBay
Dimmer SwitchBuy it now on eBay
Body
HoodBuy it now on eBay
Front FenderBuy it now on eBay
Front Bumper CoverBuy it now on eBay
Rear Bumper CoverBuy it now on eBay
Bumper Reinforcement BarBuy it now on eBay
GrilleBuy it now on eBay
Side MirrorBuy it now on eBay
Mirror GlassBuy it now on eBay
Exterior Door HandleBuy it now on eBay
Door HingeBuy it now on eBay
Hood LatchBuy it now on eBay
Hood Lift StrutsBuy it now on eBay
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TailgatePickupsBuy it now on eBay
Tailgate HandlePickupsBuy it now on eBay
Fender LinerBuy it now on eBay
Mud FlapsBuy it now on eBay
Running BoardsTrucks/SUVsBuy it now on eBay
Roof Rack Cross BarsBuy it now on eBay
Rear SpoilerBuy it now on eBay
Emblem SetBuy it now on eBay
AntennaBuy it now on eBay
Rocker PanelRust repair staple for older vehiclesBuy it now on eBay
Quarter PanelBuy it now on eBay
Cowl Panel GrilleBuy it now on eBay
Door Weatherstrip SealBuy it now on eBay
Glass
WindshieldFreight-heavy; local install more common but glass sells on eBayBuy it now on eBay
Rear Window GlassBuy it now on eBay
Door Window GlassBuy it now on eBay
Window RegulatorBuy it now on eBay
Wiper BladesSize-specific but model search is the standard patternBuy it now on eBay
Wiper ArmBuy it now on eBay
Windshield Wiper MotorBuy it now on eBay
Windshield Washer PumpBuy it now on eBay
Washer Fluid ReservoirBuy it now on eBay
Interior
Front SeatBuy it now on eBay
Seat Cover SetBuy it now on eBay
Seat BeltBuy it now on eBay
Seat Belt BuckleBuy it now on eBay
Floor MatsBuy it now on eBay
Carpet SetBuy it now on eBay
DashboardBuy it now on eBay
Dash CoverBuy it now on eBay
Glove BoxBuy it now on eBay
Center ConsoleBuy it now on eBay
Console Lid ArmrestBuy it now on eBay
Door PanelBuy it now on eBay
HeadlinerBuy it now on eBay
Sun VisorBuy it now on eBay
Rearview MirrorBuy it now on eBay
Radio Head UnitOE replacement; aftermarket DIN units are their own worldBuy it now on eBay
Car SpeakersSized by diameter more than vehicleBuy it now on eBay
Steering Wheel CoverUniversal sizingBuy it now on eBay
Wheels
Wheel RimBuy it now on eBay
HubcapsBuy it now on eBay
Wheel Center CapsBuy it now on eBay
Valve StemsBuy it now on eBay
Spare Tire KitBuy it now on eBay
Jack KitBuy it now on eBay
Lug NutsThread/seat specificBuy it now on eBay
Wheel SpacersBolt-pattern specificBuy it now on eBay
TiresSearched by tire size not vehicle; link the size from vehicle specsBuy it now on eBay