Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
06E056000UFI FILTERS USA E (Equipment)5864008/04/2006MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY06/13/200606/23/2006
Defect SummaryCertain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n f65277, shipped from january 16 through june 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. due to incorrect design, the quick connectors may not fully seat with the tube interface, even though the person making the connection may believe that the quick connector is fully attached.
Consequence SummaryFailure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Corrective SummaryUfi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. the recall began on august 4, 2006. owners may contact ufi filters usa at 800-230-5876.
NotesThis recall only pertains to ufi filters usa (purolator) aftermarket fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
02I003000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 07/01/1992 to 10/21/2002I350000ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY10/15/200211/21/2002
Defect SummaryIn order to enhance police office safety, model year 1992-2003 crown victoria police interceptor (cvpi) vehicles will be equipped with shields designed to help protect the fuel tank in high-speed rear-impact crashes. ford also will be offering an optional trunk package designed to improve the safe transport of sharp-edged, heavy equipment in these vehicles.
Consequence SummarySome high-speed rear-impact crashes have resulted in fuel tank punctures and fires in cvpi vehicles.
Corrective SummaryFord has advised us that shield kits have been available since late october and will be installed on police interceptor vehicles at no cost. the optional trank package will be available by the end of 2002. ford has established a new web site at www.cvpi.com to answer additional questions about the safe use of cpvi vehicles.
NotesCustomers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
03V472000FORD MOTOR COMPANY V (Vehicle)421801/07/2004ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY11/06/200311/19/2003
Defect SummaryOn certain natural gas vehicles, if a flame from a vehicle interior fire becomes locally directed at the natural gas fuel tank located immediately behind the rear seat, the flame could damage the fiberglass wrap on the tank weakening the tank.
Consequence SummaryIf the strength of the tank is significantly compromised, it could rupture, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install an insulator behind the current seat back. owner notification began on january 7, 2004. owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
NotesFord recall no. 03s08.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
0122111/12/2001630320Some dedicated compressed natural gas (cng) vehicles may exhibit a rough idle, or no start in cold conditions. *tt04/16/2002
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - CARBURETOR SYSTEM
01M0205/01/2001620174Some of the composite intake manifolds used on 4.6l sohc engines may develop fatigue cracks at the coolant crossover duct. this condition could result in engine coolant leakage which, if not serviced, may cause engine overheating. compl07/19/2001
01M0203/01/2001619445Owner notification program regarding additional coverage on certain 4.6l sohc intake manifolds. some of the composite intake manifolds may develop fatigue cracks at the coolant crossover duct. *tt05/31/2001
1480704/01/2001619311Some vehicles may exhibit a hoot noise at idle coming from the induction system. possible additional symptoms may include diagnostic trouble code p1506 and a higher than normal idle. *tt05/23/2001
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
CSP 08B0405/15/200810026401Ford/lincoln mercury: certain 1992-2001 model year crown victoria, grand marquis, and town car vehicles registered in the states of wisconsin and connecticut upgrade modifications for high speed rear impacts. *pe10/24/2008
02050303/21/20050556636417Guidance for cng tank inspection for vehicles produced after december 2, 1996. *tt update. *tt11/08/2002
01211410/29/2001627791Parts and procedure to reduce the potential of fuel tank punctures during rare and extremely high-speed rear impacts. *tt02/25/2002
1486204/01/2001619299Information on replacing fuel tank strap bolts. *tt05/23/2001
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP
01180909/01/2001625839Some vehicles may exhibit a fuel filler door that does not fit correctly or the fuel door may inadvertently pop open. *tt12/04/2001
01180909/01/2001625849Some vehicles may exhibit a fuel filler door taht does not fit correctly or the fuel door may inadvertently pop open. *tt12/04/2001
0118909/17/2001625710Information on fule filler door, poor fit remote fuel door pops open.*jb11/30/2001
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
039805/12/200310002780Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457, p1442 or check fuel cap lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0457. *tt09/17/2003
03040902/01/200310002519Possible fuel leak at fill valve - fill valve service part revisions - cng vehicles only. *tt09/04/2003
034903/03/200310001901A possible fuel leak may occur at the fuel fill valve on some cng (compressed natural gas) vehicles. *tt *jb07/25/2003
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
CSP 08B0405/15/200810026401Ford/lincoln mercury: certain 1992-2001 model year crown victoria, grand marquis, and town car vehicles registered in the states of wisconsin and connecticut upgrade modifications for high speed rear impacts. *pe10/24/2008
025303/18/2002636042Subject regarding alternative fuel vehicle compressed natural gas tank inspection. *tt11/04/2002
1511308/01/2001624689Some vehicles may exhibit a fuel fill valve sealing condition. *yd11/08/2001
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLING/CHARGING
1527109/01/2001625804Dedicated cng regulator bowl kit available. *jg12/03/2001

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE
SQ01014FORD MOTOR COMPANY11/27/200110/03/2002POST REAR END COLLISION FIRES02I003000
 Allege fuel tank can rupture following a high-energy rear collision resulting in severe fires.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
EA03001FORD MOTOR COMPANY01/27/200311/19/2003CNG TANK EXPLOSION03V472000
 In september 2002, a fuel cylinder in a natural gas powered vehicle (ngv) exploded during a fire.ford and vrtc test engineers jointly examined the incident vehicle and reviewed testing to determine whether the performance of the pressure relief valve (prd) was proper.the purpose of a prd is to protect a compressed natural gas tank from overpressure by allowing the cng to vent when the temperature reaches a specific point.the prd was removed from the failed tank and subjected to a yield temperature determination test. it was concluded that a direct flame (from the interior of the vehicle) onto the cylinder (located behind the rear seat in the trunk)compromised the hoop strength of the natural gas cylinder, thus allowing the cylinder to fail prior to the prd releasing at itsdesigned temperature.as a result of this testing and review of the involved vehicle, ford has developed an insulator to insulate the natural gas fuel tank from a locally directed flame projecting from the interior of the vehicle.insulators will be installed behind the back seat on subject vehicles to prevent future failures of this type. ford's action addresses the concerns of odi.therefore, this investigation is closed.
PE02071FORD MOTOR COMPANY10/01/200201/27/2003CNG TANK EXPLODING IN A FIRE
 An explosion of a compressed natural gas (cng) tank should not be able to occur, as the tank is fitted with a pressure relief device (prd). this prd should release the cng in the tank, prior to the pressure reaching the tank burst pressure.the prd did not release in the subject wisconsin police cruiser explosion.nhtsa has recovered the prd valve from the tank that exploded and testing will be necessary to establish why this tank safety valve did not release in the very high temperature fire that occurred in the police cruiser.there is only the single known event, but due to the catastropic force of such an explosion and the potential for injury and loss of life, this investigation is being upgraded.

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
06/17/2008120000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford crown victoria. the contact stated that he worked for a company that had six crown victorias and one ford mustang. the gasket had to be replaced on the fuel tank from the filler pipe. when he filled the vehicle with gasoline, fuel would leak out on top of the hot exhaust. the contact noticed a trend and the company replaced the gaskets on seven vehicles. he is currently waiting for the part for the seventh vehicle, which is on backorder at every dealer in atlanta. he has not consulted the manufacturer. the current mileage was 120,457 and failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
03/21/200315455111/19/2001
 The consumer was concerned about the gas tank shield being installed in police vehicles and not regular consumer vehicles. *mr the fuel tank shield was installed at the consumer's expense. *tt *jb
 This vehicle is equipped with the same fuel tank which has been recalled for police vehicles only. the consumer believes all crown victoria's should be recalled, not just the police fleets. *nlm
11/05/2002
 The vehicle fuel tank has a fuel leak. consumer states after filling tank with fuel, all the fuel leaked back out of the tank. please provide more details. ts
06/01/2001
 We are concerned to drive our crown vic because of the alleged fuel tank problems. we live in phoenix, az, and in the past three years four police officers have been either killed or severly injured due to collisions that resulted in the fuel tank catching fire. we would like to know what ford motor co. plans to do about this. is our crown vic safe to drive? if not, what do we need to do? if we retrofit the gas tank right now, we will void our warrenty. we are in a quandry as to what to do.*ak
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE
 Consumer called complaining about haviing problems with the gas tank. also stated that he knows that there is problems with this vehicle. dealer was not contacted at the time this phone call was done. ts

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