Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |||||
| 18217 | 10/01/2004 | 10010731 | Multiple vehicles - fuel level indication concerns - service tip. various models including 2005 super duty f-series, excursion, expedition, explorer, mountaineer and aviator. *tt | 12/07/2004 | |
| 17316 | 11/01/2003 | 10008166 | Fuel signal to instrument cluster service tip. *tt | 07/22/2004 | |
| 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 | |
| 030402 | 02/01/2003 | 10002517 | On some dedicated cng vehicles, a possible fuel leak may occur at the fuel fill valve. revised service parts. *tt | 09/04/2003 | |
| 0342 | 03/03/2003 | 10001895 | Possible fuel leak may occur at the fuel fill valve, on some dedicated cng vehicles. *tt *jb | 07/24/2003 | |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | ||||||
| PE08063 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 10/31/2008 | 02/27/2009 | CNG REGULATOR LEAK | ||
| The agency has closed this investigation based on its review of complaint reports, discussions with complainants and field and technical data provided by ford.the subject vehicles are 1/2 ton pickup trucks and are natural gas vehicles (ngv) that are fueled by gasoline or compressed natural gas.the agency has received reports alleging improper operation of the natural gas fuel pressure regulator allowing release of excess amounts of natural gas into the engine compartment.ford reports that the regulator contains an over pressure relief valve that will vent natural gas should the pressure exceed a set threshold.the complaint reports and data reviewed by the agency indicate that an improperly operating pressure regulator can result in an overpressure condition and activate the regulator pressure relief valve.the released natural gas is directed through a vent hose that discharges the natural gas in the vicinity of the right front wheel house and away from the engine compartment's extremely hot areas/surfaces.owners are normally aware of this problem by the presence of an illuminated warning light inside the vehicle, odor of natural gas or the sound of venting gas.when the operator turns the engine off, the natural gas supply tank solenoid will close and the regulator will not release natural gas.at vehicle restart, the solenoid valve will remain closed to prevent leakage and the vehicle will only operate in the gasoline mode.a safety-related defect has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist.the agency will monitor this issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances. | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY | ||||||
| PE08063 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 10/31/2008 | 02/27/2009 | CNG REGULATOR LEAK | ||
| The agency has closed this investigation based on its review of complaint reports, discussions with complainants and field and technical data provided by ford.the subject vehicles are 1/2 ton pickup trucks and are natural gas vehicles (ngv) that are fueled by gasoline or compressed natural gas.the agency has received reports alleging improper operation of the natural gas fuel pressure regulator allowing release of excess amounts of natural gas into the engine compartment.ford reports that the regulator contains an over pressure relief valve that will vent natural gas should the pressure exceed a set threshold.the complaint reports and data reviewed by the agency indicate that an improperly operating pressure regulator can result in an overpressure condition and activate the regulator pressure relief valve.the released natural gas is directed through a vent hose that discharges the natural gas in the vicinity of the right front wheel house and away from the engine compartment's extremely hot areas/surfaces.owners are normally aware of this problem by the presence of an illuminated warning light inside the vehicle, odor of natural gas or the sound of venting gas.when the operator turns the engine off, the natural gas supply tank solenoid will close and the regulator will not release natural gas.at vehicle restart, the solenoid valve will remain closed to prevent leakage and the vehicle will only operate in the gasoline mode.a safety-related defect has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist.the agency will monitor this issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances. | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||
| PE08063 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 10/31/2008 | 02/27/2009 | CNG REGULATOR LEAK | ||
| The agency has closed this investigation based on its review of complaint reports, discussions with complainants and field and technical data provided by ford.the subject vehicles are 1/2 ton pickup trucks and are natural gas vehicles (ngv) that are fueled by gasoline or compressed natural gas.the agency has received reports alleging improper operation of the natural gas fuel pressure regulator allowing release of excess amounts of natural gas into the engine compartment.ford reports that the regulator contains an over pressure relief valve that will vent natural gas should the pressure exceed a set threshold.the complaint reports and data reviewed by the agency indicate that an improperly operating pressure regulator can result in an overpressure condition and activate the regulator pressure relief valve.the released natural gas is directed through a vent hose that discharges the natural gas in the vicinity of the right front wheel house and away from the engine compartment's extremely hot areas/surfaces.owners are normally aware of this problem by the presence of an illuminated warning light inside the vehicle, odor of natural gas or the sound of venting gas.when the operator turns the engine off, the natural gas supply tank solenoid will close and the regulator will not release natural gas.at vehicle restart, the solenoid valve will remain closed to prevent leakage and the vehicle will only operate in the gasoline mode.a safety-related defect has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist.the agency will monitor this issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances. | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | ||||||
| PE08063 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 10/31/2008 | 02/27/2009 | CNG REGULATOR LEAK | ||
| The agency has closed this investigation based on its review of complaint reports, discussions with complainants and field and technical data provided by ford.the subject vehicles are 1/2 ton pickup trucks and are natural gas vehicles (ngv) that are fueled by gasoline or compressed natural gas.the agency has received reports alleging improper operation of the natural gas fuel pressure regulator allowing release of excess amounts of natural gas into the engine compartment.ford reports that the regulator contains an over pressure relief valve that will vent natural gas should the pressure exceed a set threshold.the complaint reports and data reviewed by the agency indicate that an improperly operating pressure regulator can result in an overpressure condition and activate the regulator pressure relief valve.the released natural gas is directed through a vent hose that discharges the natural gas in the vicinity of the right front wheel house and away from the engine compartment's extremely hot areas/surfaces.owners are normally aware of this problem by the presence of an illuminated warning light inside the vehicle, odor of natural gas or the sound of venting gas.when the operator turns the engine off, the natural gas supply tank solenoid will close and the regulator will not release natural gas.at vehicle restart, the solenoid valve will remain closed to prevent leakage and the vehicle will only operate in the gasoline mode.a safety-related defect has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist.the agency will monitor this issue and reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 06/10/2010 | |||
| I saw on the news that you are investigating rusted out fuel tank straps on the ford f 150 pickup truck, model years 1997 - 2001. i want to tell you that the rear strap failed on my 2003 f 150 last year. i paid to have the straps replaced. the new straps were ford parts and were stainless steel, unlike the originals. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 03/12/2008 | 22850 | 4 | 09/26/2003 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford f150. while the vehicle was parked, the contact smelled gasoline and noticed it dripping from the fuel line. he called the dealer and they provided some information about the failure, but did not mention the gasoline recall for that year, make, and model vehicle. the vehicle has not been inspected by the dealer. the current mileage was 22,875 and failure mileage was 22,850. the fuel line/hose was defective. updated | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - FUEL RAIL | |||
| 01/25/2004 | 10000 | 1 | 04/09/2003 |
| Odor of gasoline, caught on fire. an investigator determined that the fire originated in the engine compartment and had ignited from gasoline vapors. it was determined that the fuel rail had cracked, causing the fuel leak.*ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||
| 08/22/2008 | 41600 | 1 | |
| Cng regulator was leaking compressed natural gas into the engine compartment. *tr | |||
| 06/18/2008 | 32010 | 1 | |
| Cng regulator leaking compresssed natual gas into engine compartment. *tr | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 1 | |||
| Had noticed fuel had leaked on garage floor. vehicle was filled earlier. brought directly from factory, new. checked under vehicle and noticed a patch plate was welded onto fuel tank. took vehicle back to dealership and mechanic refuse to repair leakage. indicated a stone had hit bottom of tank. mr | |||