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 | ||||||||||||||||
| 01I008000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 07/22/1989 to 08/24/1993 | I | 1556221 | 07/09/2001 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 07/19/2001 | 07/19/2001 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. vehicle description: 1990-1993 ford f-series vehicles equipped with dual fuel tanks and 4.9, 5.0,5.8, or 7.5 liter gasoline fueled engines. some vehicles can experience a cross tank fuel flow condition due to a damaged check valve in the fuel pump/sender assembly. fuel may be supplied from one tank and some or all of the unused fuel may be returned to the other tank. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Should this occur, the capacity of the receiving tank may be exceeded and fuel may overflow from the filler cap. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Ford is extending the warranty for potential fuel cross-flow to 12 years of service or 150,000 miles from the vehicle's warranty start date, whichever occurs first. this cover will automatically transfer to subsequent owners at no charge. if a vehicle already has more than 150,000 miles, this overage will last until december 31, 2001. if the vehicle is experiencing a fuel cross-flow condition, dealers will repair the condition free of charge. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Ford has decided to conduct an extended coverage program to extend the warranty coverage for potential fuel cross flow problems. owners can contact ford at1-866-436-7332, concerning this program. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 94V040000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 08/01/1989 to 08/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 89770 | 03/25/1994 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 02/23/1994 | 03/01/1994 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The steel fuel return tubes that connect the frame fuel return lines with the engine fuel rail can contact the pinch weld flange connecting the dash panel to the floor pan. continued contact leads to abrasion of the steel fuel return tube and eventually results in a fuel leak. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Abrasion of the steel tube wall that eventually causes a fuel leak may result in a fire, if a source of ignition is present. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Ford dealers will replace the fuel return tubes with flexible stainless steel braided/teflon tubes. dealers will also inspect the fuel supply tubes. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel; fuel lines; metallic.vehicle description: light duty and super duty pickup trucks and chassis over 8,500 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating equipped with 7.5l engines.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact ford service center at 1-800-392-3673. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - AUXILLARY TANK - SELECTOR DEVICES | ||||||||||||||||
| 89V141000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 07/01/1989 to 08/01/1989 | V (Vehicle) | 1100 | 08/04/1989 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 08/15/1989 | 08/25/1989 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Incorrectly installed fuel line connectors have fuel supply and return lines crossed. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel could be transferred from one tank to the other,possibly resulting in fuel overflow and spillage, in presence of an ignitionsource, a fire could occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace fuel line assembly. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System:fuel line assembly.vehicle description:light duty trucks equipped with dual fuel tanks. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 93V125000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | V (Vehicle) | 1131000 | 10/28/1993 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 08/02/1993 | 07/27/1993 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | A malfunctioning check valve within the fuel pump assembly causes a portion of the unused fuel from one tank to be returned to the second tank. when this occurs, the capacity of the second tank can be exceeded, causing fuel spillage. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Spilled fuel can result in a fire when exposed to asource of ignition. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replacement of the fuel pressure regulator and installation of redundant check valves. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel; fuel tank assembly.vehicle description: light trucks and chassis cabs with gasoline engines anddual fuel tanks.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed servicedate and the remedy is not corrected within a reasonable time without chargeor the remedy does not correct the safety-related defect or noncompliance,please contact ford's customer assistance center, 300 renaissance center,p.o. box 43360, detroit, mi 48243. also contact the national highway trafficsafety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||
| RQ98008 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 05/29/1998 | 11/04/1999 | FORD F-SERIES DUAL FUEL TANK LEAKAGE | 93V125000 | |
| These vehicles can experience fuel transfer from one tank to the other due to a malfunctioning fuel pump.from the information gathered to date, it appears that there can be multiple causes and/or a combination of causes for fuel cross flow and that the recall remedy may be inadequate.further investigation is needed.this investigation is upgraded to ea99-032.click on document search button for additional information. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 10/02/2003 | 1 | ||
| Gas is leaking into the front tank, it doesn't stop the vehicle from operating, but it is a danger if consumer continues to drive it. vehicle has been checked before for the same problem, but currently dealer is asking for payment due to the age of the vehicle.*ak | |||
| 04/10/2003 | 1 | ||
| The vehicle was equipped with dual gas tanks, the dealer replaced the pump, electrical switch and sensor. however, the problem still exists. *jb....*ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 02/01/2011 | |||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1990 ford f250. the contact stated that the fuel tank strap was rusted and leaking gas. the dealer was made aware of the failure however, did not offer any assistance. the manufacturer was not contacted to report the failure. the current mileage was 120,000 and the failure mileage was unknown. | |||
| 02/01/2011 | |||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1990 ford f250. the contact stated that the gas tank strap had rusted and was leaking gas. the dealer was aware of the issue; however, did not offer any assistance. the manufacturer was not aware of the issue. the current mileage was 120,000 and the failure mileage was unknown. bw | |||
| 04/01/2010 | 137255 | ||
| I am the owner of a 1990 f-250, bascily began smelling a fuel odor coming from the trucks cab while driving. looked at the underside of the truck and found a small gas leak at the fuel lines under the pinch weld. exact same issue as 94v040000, have not fixed problem because ford cannot find this issue on there system. | |||
| 01/30/2009 | 112209 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1990 ford f250. the contact stated that while attempting to accelerate from at a traffic light, the vehicle felt as if it were traveling over a large amount of liquid. the contact observed excessive fuel leaking from the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure could not be duplicated. the contact believed nhtsa campaign id number:01i008000(fuel system, gasoline) to be directly related to the failure. the manufacturer stated that his vin was not included in the recall and would not provide any further assistance. the approximate failure mileage was 112,209 and the approximate current mileage was 120,000. | |||
| 04/24/2003 | 75750 | 1 | |
| The consumer received a recall notice (nhtsa # 01i008000) a few months ago, however the dealer refused to honor the recall. *jb *ts | |||
| 01/24/2000 | |||
| While trying to start vehicle, and after several tries, vehicle would not start. dealer has been contacted *ak | |||
| 2 | 02/15/1996 | ||
| Design of the fuel system causes fuel to be pumped from the two pumps to fuel line continuously creating a fire and pollution hazzard. yh | |||
| 08/08/1997 | |||
| Gas tank failure. | |||
| 07/01/1995 | |||
| Truck was moved one spot to another truck caught on fire . tt | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 04/10/2003 | 1 | ||
| The vehicle was equipped with dual gas tanks, the dealer replaced the pump, electrical switch and sensor. however, the problem still exists. *jb....*ak | |||
| 03/15/1996 | 09/20/1989 | ||
| As soon as the truck is at an idle position, gas runs out and there are smelly gas fumes that make the consumer sick because there's a spillage in the dual gas tanks when the gas is transfering from one tank to another. (93v-125). *ak | |||
| 06/12/1996 | 4 | 02/03/1990 | |
| While driving experienced fuel pump failure, becomes inoperative and causes engine stalling. *ak | |||
| When the truck is off the fuel tank keeps pumping fuel. please describe. tt | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 04/10/2003 | 1 | ||
| The vehicle was equipped with dual gas tanks, the dealer replaced the pump, electrical switch and sensor. however, the problem still exists. *jb....*ak | |||
| 03/26/2001 | |||
| Recall 94 v 040 000/fuel line metallic and 93 v 125 000/fuel tank assembly: vehicle experienced fuel leakages. dealer / manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under recalls due to vin. feel free to provide any further details on this matter . *ak | |||
| 01/20/1999 | |||
| Vehicle has a problem with the fuel line. while driving to the store, without prior warning, the vehicle caught on fire due to the metallic fuel line. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||
| 11/10/1995 | 3 | 01/18/1991 | |
| During operation with the cruise control on, there was a sudden acceleration from 70 mph to 90 mph. had to turn ignition off in order to stop vehicle. problem has occurred 3x.*ak cruise control would not disengage. dealer replaced map sensor due to rough shift in transmission, passing gear sticks, transmission vibrates going into gear, housing seal and speed sensor replaced. popping noise in right front caused by tire wear(no specific tire information). brake hose was cut. fuel pump runs constantly, dealer replaced fuel pump relay. shocks failed. *slc | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - AUXILLARY TANK | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer states while driving he noticed that the vehicle was dropping gas mileage, but found no reason until someone stopped him and told him that his gas tank was overflowing, after checking consumer found that the front tank would overflow when using the rear tank, consumer had the necessary repairs performed, consumer was told by a friend that there was a recall on vehicles starting from 1990 to 1993 consumer went to the dealership who then researched his vin and consumer was told that his vin number did not apply.*jb | |||
| There is a malfunction in the fuel pump, causing fuel in one tank to flow into the second tank, resulting in fuel spillage. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - AUXILLARY TANK - SELECTOR DEVICES | |||
| 02/17/2005 | 2 | ||
| I have a 1990 ford f250 with duel gas tanks. the first problem was the truck would die for what seemed like no obvious reason. i had a diagnostic done to no avail. the truck would run fine cold, but once it got hot it would die. finally i took it to a local mechanic and he found it was the tank selector switch which lets me choose the front or rear gas tank. this first switch cost me $300.00 to fix. its been about 8 months since the switch was replaced. it just went out again. this time i replaced it myself with a switch from a ford dealer. when i unhooked the switch from the harness it was melted on the inside of the switch and the harness was almost unusable. i went to a local ford dealer and the sales clerk said that this is a common problem because he sells these switches a lot and this was not the first time he heard of the switch melting. this is a fire waiting to happen. ford should recall this part and fix the root of the problem. *jb | |||
| 12/06/2003 | 1 | 09/19/2001 | |
| My ford f250 (1990) is leaking gas and i understand there was a recall. why haven't i received a notice? *la | |||
| 08/05/2003 | 1 | ||
| While traveling on the highway and without prior warning consumer flipped the switch to switch from the first tank to the second tank and vehicle caught on fire. *ak | |||
| 02/04/2000 | 3 | ||
| A malfunctioning check valve within the fuel pump is causing a portion of unused fuel to go to one tank, resulting in a fuel leakage. also, received nhtsa recall 93v125000/ dealer recall 93s68 in reference to the same problem. dealer refused to correct the problem. owner paid for repairs. *ak *ml | |||
| A portion of the unused fuel from one tank is being returned to the second tank causing fuel spillage. a recall has been issued on the vehicle's make and model. however, this vehicle was not included due to vin. *ak | |||
| 6 | 04/01/1990 | ||
| Dual fuel tanks malfunctioned. one tank functions and overflows the other tank, causing fuel leakage. dlr has seen vehicle, and indicated that this vehicle was not included in the manufacturer's recall. *ak ford has since indicated recall was performed. however this problem has not been solved, possible added recall component of the tank pump needed to rectify. *mjs | |||
| 02/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| A defective fuel regulator valve caused gas to pump from one tank to other, resulting in an overflow of gasoline prior to/after recall repairs (89v-141). *ak | |||
| 11/17/1994 | 7 | ||
| Auxillary selector switch failed. *aw | |||
| 02/18/1995 | |||
| Schamaly ford 89v141. owner found that vehicle not serviced properly when taken in by first owner. tt | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 01/12/2005 | 130000 | 3 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1990 ford f250. while driving 45 mph, the fuel pump failed. the contact smelled gas and noticed a gas leak. he bought a new fuel pump and replaced the bodies; however, the failure recurred. the rear fuel tank shut down and the front tank did not register on the fuel gauge. the contact purchased and installed new fuel lines, but the failure recurred. he bought new fuel lines again, but the failure continued. the dealer informed the contact that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 93v125000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly). he went to a few dealers and was informed that he did not fall within the time frame for the recall. the purchase date was unknown. the current mileage was 160,000 and failure mileage was 130,000. | |||
| 08/22/2006 | 122000 | 1 | |
| Dt*: the contact stated when the vehicle was using the front fuel tank, the fuel was exhausted quickly. fuel also leaked out of the rear tank. the vehicle was taken to a private repair shop who determined that the check valve had malfunctioned. there were no immediate repairs made. there was a nhtsa recall # 93v125000, which pertained to the fuel tank assembly. the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. updated 09/19/06. *jb | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 61067 | 1 | |
| Consumer concerned about recall on 1990 ford f250 fuel tank. *bf the vehicle's front tank pushed fuel to the rear tank which caused it to overflow. the vehicle was taken to an independent repair facility who found recall 93s68 which referenced that failure. the consumer never received a recall notice from the manufacturer. the consumer contacted the manufacturer who informed him that he was over the mileage and time allotted for the recall. the independent dealer replaced the faulty check valve, regulator and fuel pump but this did not correct the overflow condition. *nm | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| The truck front fuel tank filled the rear tank and caused it to over flow. *bf the consumer indicated that he never received the recall notice for the fuel tank check valve problem. the dealer replaced the recalled component but the failure recurred. the dealer also replaced the fuel pump, return line check valve but the fuel leakage continued. *nm | |||
| 08/30/2004 | 198200 | 1 | |
| Reference nhtsa campaign # 93v125000 recall # 93s68. (1) the vehicle had been driven about one hour - while parking in front of the house on the street, i noticed a strong smell of gasoline. i was running on the back tank and quickly switched to the front tank. after shutting off the ignition and exiting vehicle i saw gasoline spilling out of the front tank from under the cap (still on). this continued for some 5-10 seconds and then stopped. when i loosened the cap, the flow of gasoline restarted - and stopped again when cap was tightened back down. (2) thankfully, the failure did not result in fire or loss of property - only fuel loss and personal anxiety and expense. (3) web research revealed the above recall and when speaking to a fmc representative at the hotline i was advised that this vehicle had received the recall repair. i was also advised that the warranty period had expired dec.31, 2001 and i would be responsible for any repairs. when presented to the dealership for repairs, i was advise that the fuel pump valve repairs would be my responsibilty and not covered by fmc. why does the recall repair fail? and why does the consumer have to foot the bill?*ak | |||
| 05/23/2003 | 90000 | 1 | |
| Fuel pump motor continued to run, after the engine was shut off. the consumer disconnected battery. apple ford replaced the relay part but claimed the part was not covered by recall. *ak *cb *jb | |||
| 03/21/2002 | |||
| Nhtsa# 93 v 125 000 & mfr's# 93s68/fuel tank assembly: consumer states that the vehicle was not leaking any fuel until the dealer (empire ford; arlington, va; phone# 276/628-2127) completed this recall repairs. nlm | |||
| 03/26/2001 | |||
| Recall 94 v 040 000/fuel line metallic and 93 v 125 000/fuel tank assembly: vehicle experienced fuel leakages. dealer / manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under recalls due to vin. feel free to provide any further details on this matter . *ak | |||
| 02/15/2001 | |||
| Recall 93v125000 performed in 1994, vehicle has same problem again. *ak | |||
| 6 | 04/01/1990 | ||
| Dual fuel tanks malfunctioned. one tank functions and overflows the other tank, causing fuel leakage. dlr has seen vehicle, and indicated that this vehicle was not included in the manufacturer's recall. *ak ford has since indicated recall was performed. however this problem has not been solved, possible added recall component of the tank pump needed to rectify. *mjs | |||
| Recall # 93v125000, after having recall work performed consumer is experiencing same problem listed in recall notice. was not experiencing problem before taking vehicle in for repairs. does not believe recall work was performed. *ak | |||
| 05/01/1996 | 1 | ||
| Fuel gauge switch/relay failed. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 10/15/2002 | |||
| Consumers vehicle wil shut off without warning. | |||