Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | ||||||||||||||||
06E056000 | UFI FILTERS USA | E (Equipment) | 58640 | 08/04/2006 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 06/13/2006 | 06/23/2006 | ||||||||
Defect Summary | Certain 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 Summary | Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Ufi 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. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | This 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 | ||||||||||||||||
02I003000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 07/01/1992 to 10/21/2002 | I | 350000 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 10/15/2002 | 11/21/2002 | ||||||||
Defect Summary | In 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 Summary | Some high-speed rear-impact crashes have resulted in fuel tank punctures and fires in cvpi vehicles. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Ford 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. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Customers 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 | ||||||||||||||||
03V472000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | V (Vehicle) | 4218 | 01/07/2004 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 11/06/2003 | 11/19/2003 | ||||||||
Defect Summary | On 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 Summary | If the strength of the tank is significantly compromised, it could rupture, increasing the risk of a fire. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers 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. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Ford recall no. 03s08.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
02V249000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 05/10/2001 to 03/22/2002 | V (Vehicle) | 574 | 09/13/2002 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 09/06/2002 | 09/25/2002 | |||||||
Defect Summary | On certain natural gas model vehicles, a t-fitting that connects fuel tanks #3 and #4 can develop a leak when the solenoid valves are energized, such as when the ignition switch is in the on position or during refueling. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | A gas leak of sufficient quantity concentrated in an area to create a combustible mixture and in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a redesigned t fitting on #4 fuel tank and tested for leakage. owner notification began september 13, 2002. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). |
Bulletins
Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||||
020503 | 03/21/2005 | 0556 | 636417 | Guidance for cng tank inspection for vehicles produced after december 2, 1996. *tt update. *tt | 11/08/2002 |
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||||
0398 | 05/12/2003 | 10002780 | Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457, p1442 or check fuel cap lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0457. *tt | 09/17/2003 | |
030409 | 02/01/2003 | 10002519 | Possible fuel leak at fill valve - fill valve service part revisions - cng vehicles only. *tt | 09/04/2003 | |
0349 | 03/03/2003 | 10001901 | A possible fuel leak may occur at the fuel fill valve on some cng (compressed natural gas) vehicles. *tt *jb | 07/25/2003 | |
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||||
0253 | 03/18/2002 | 636042 | Subject regarding alternative fuel vehicle compressed natural gas tank inspection. *tt | 11/04/2002 | |
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLING/CHARGING | |||||
15271 | 09/01/2001 | 625804 | Dedicated cng regulator bowl kit available. *jg | 12/03/2001 |
Investigations
NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||
EA03001 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 01/27/2003 | 11/19/2003 | CNG TANK EXPLOSION | 03V472000 | |
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. | ||||||
PE02071 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 10/01/2002 | 01/27/2003 | CNG 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 date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
2 | 12/15/2002 | ||
When starting the vehicle a noise was heard coming from the fuel tank area. dealer found a leak in the neck of the fuel tank which leaked gasoline onto the tires, and the rear driver's side brakes. also, fuel pump was faulty. *ak | |||
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
0 | 03/22/2002 | ||
The consumer was concerned with the gas tank problem with the 2002 crown victoria. the service manager told the consumer that the civilian vehicles, as opposed to the police and taxi models, were not of the same design thus not subject to the gas tank problem. *mr *scc *nlm | |||
01/05/2002 | 1 | ||
The consumer stated that ford refused to install a plastic shield around the gas tank to prevent the fire hazard that exists in these vehicles. mr scc | |||
1 | |||
There was a concern about fords intent to address the gas tanks. the consumer had requested information in reference to ford shielding the gas tanks. scc *jb | |||
1 | |||
Reply to concern that privately owned crown victoria vehicle's will not receive same retrofit service detailed in the closure resume for sq01-014. sent a copy of the closing resume and a voq for future use. *scc *jb | |||
The consumer is concerned that the fuel tank may exploded if the vehicle is involved in rear end collision. *scc | |||
09/30/2002 | 1 | 09/17/2002 | |
Consumer states purchased vehicle on 09/17/02. saw news report regarding fuel tank collision explosion. contacted mfr who advised only making modifications for vehicle being used in a police fleet. nlm *yh | |||
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | |||
2 | 12/15/2002 | ||
When starting the vehicle a noise was heard coming from the fuel tank area. dealer found a leak in the neck of the fuel tank which leaked gasoline onto the tires, and the rear driver's side brakes. also, fuel pump was faulty. *ak | |||
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
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