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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||||
| 15522 | 01/01/2002 | 630049 | Subject regarding driveability diagnostic trouble code lean codes p0171/p0174. *yd | 04/12/2002 | |
| 6406 | 06/01/1999 | 606831 | Information regarding the average fuel economy (afe) feature accuracy - reset procedure. *tt | 09/03/1999 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - CARBURETOR SYSTEM | |||||
| 12617 | 03/01/1999 | 605339 | Experiencing rattle noise within the upper intake manifold. *tt | 06/08/1999 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 0044 | 02/21/2000 | 612349 | Vehicle may experience the fuel pump handle that may shut off while filling vehicle before tank is full. *mjs | 06/07/2000 | |
| 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 | |
| 12584 | 03/01/1999 | 6091821 | Some vehicles may exhibit a fuel gauge indicator that remains in the same position or registers below e after filling the tank. *tt | 11/15/2000 | |
| 12536 | 03/01/1999 | 6091785 | Some vehicles may exhibit a fuel gauge indicator that remains in the same position or registers below e after filling the tank. *tt | 11/14/2000 | |
| 5854 | 03/01/1999 | 605241 | Some vehicles built prior to 02/15/99 may exhibit a fuel gauge indicator that remains in the same position (does not update) or registers below e (empty after filling the tank. *tt | 06/04/1999 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 12/01/2010 | 40000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. the contact stated that the cruise control, speedometer, odometer, tacometer and the fuel gauge were inoperable. the contact also stated that the anti lock braking light was constantly illuminated. in addition, the contact had to replace the brake fluid numerous times. the vehicle was not taken to have the failures diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. the failure mileage was 40,000. kmj | |||
| 12/01/2010 | 40000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. the contact stated that the cruise control, speedometer, odometer, tacometer, and fuel gauge no longer function. the contact also stated that the anti lock braking light was constantly illuminated. in addition, the contact had to replace the brake fluid on numerous occasions. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 40,000. sm. | |||
| 10/05/2009 | 1 | ||
| Van caught on fire. *tr | |||
| 04/04/2008 | 103000 | 1 | |
| April 2008 lost fuel pump, and guage for gas level had fuel pump sending unit and filter replaced but gauge didnt come back it stayed on as a low fuel light permanently. brake fluid leaking or excessive use by braking system had to fill about once weekly brakes though they had been replaced would just go out with no warning abs light wasnt indicative due to fact its lighting up and staying lit was errratic. replaced braking system and front end components (linkage pins gone, rotor that had gotten very hot and possibly started on fire due to brakes going out and heavy breaking needed to avoid accident death had to pump brakes rapidly to try to stop sometimes unable to stop brake pedal would stick on hard pumping when attempting to stop passenger side sliding door lock engaged and unable to engage. *tr | |||
| 12/21/2001 | 1 | ||
| The vehicle's check engine light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced the fuel filter. *nm the alternator, right inner cv boot, abs module, and brake master cylinder were replace. *jb | |||
| 04/15/2003 | 74500 | ||
| Transmission is primary issue has shifting problem at low speed, has over 8 tsb on the issue and has new transmission installed but still have problem the other issues are clearly common for this model as well, but this transmissionand fords lack of support from their service and dealers is unacceptable. | |||
| 01/12/2003 | 36570 | 2 | 02/20/2002 |
| My van was barely out of warranty when the o/d off light began flashing and the check engine light came on. the ford dealer told me that the check engine light was a result of a broken sensor weld on my intake manifold to the tune of approx. $900. they also stated that the o/d off light meant that the entire transmission needed replaced to the tune of $2,700. all this for being 1 month and 500 miles out of warranty. plus, i see that many people with ford windstars are experiencing the same thing at 35,000 miles and 70,000 (twice) so i see that i will undoubtedly have something to look forward to when the warranty runs out on the transmission... almost like the darned thing is deliberately designed to create a huge repair bill the moment it is out of warranty. | |||
| 05/05/1999 | |||
| Vehicle stalls due to fuel system vapor lock failure. the dealer has shortned the filler hose on the vehicle and the vehicle stills stalls. the dealer and manufacturer notified. *ak | |||
| 12/05/1998 | |||
| When trying to put gas into the tank the pump does not fit properly. if consumer puts the pump all the way in the tank, there is an automatic shut off that keeps consumer from pumping . to pump gas consumer has to hold the pump 1/3 of an inch in the tank. the dealer has been contacted. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - CARBURETOR SYSTEM | |||
| 01/03/2002 | 11/01/1998 | ||
| Check engine light has come on twice - can't identify problem, possible intake leak - will have to remove intake covers to check at my expense with no guarantee this is the problem. does ford have any solutions that their dealers don't know about?*ak | |||
| 08/15/2001 | 1 | 05/01/1999 | |
| While driving transmission would start to shutter at high speeds. consumer stated that at 53000 miles transmission should not need replacing. *ak *slc | |||
| 04/06/2001 | 0 | ||
| Consumer stated that he will fill in information concerning intake manifold failure. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 10/15/2004 | 33000 | 2 | 06/01/1999 |
| At 33,000 miles, sudden transmission failure. rebuilt at a local shop for $2600 ... ford contacted, but refused to stand behind its product.*ak | |||
| 05/16/2003 | 54285 | 1 | 10/19/2000 |
| The fuel pump went out on my van. luckily i was at home in my driveway. called ford and they said that there have been no complaints and they would not cover it. so i am having to have it fixed my self. the vehicle is 4 years old, i personally do not believe that the pump should be bad. | |||
| 06/01/2000 | 1 | ||
| When vehicle would be run and then shut off, the engine would not start immediately, the fuel pump was replaced. *slc | |||
| While driving on the highway fuel pump gave out, causing vehicle to shut down while traveling in traffic. dealer has been contacted. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - FUEL RAIL | |||
| 09/09/2005 | 68527 | 1 | 01/10/1999 |
| Cracked fuel rail leaking gas on to manifold leaking at welded joint. *nm | |||
| 12/09/2004 | 180000 | 1 | 01/01/1999 |
| Consumer states due to corrosion of the fuel rail fuel leaks onto the manifold. consumer is concerned that the vehicle will catch on fire. *ak......this vehicle is driven by eugene palmer for employer ascent media of palm beach, fl. at least two 1999 have had this fuel problem. *ak | |||
| 11/01/2001 | |||
| Engine check light came on. dealer replaced left valve cover with a updated version of part and fuel regulator supply hose. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 04/05/2000 | 4 | 07/28/1998 | |
| While putting fuel into the fuel tank, the cabin fills with fuel odors, the odor is very strong and stays for about 4 or 5 minutes, the odor makes the consumers sick, so they are requesting a refund or replacement because the dealer has failed several times to correct the problem. *slc | |||
| 11/09/2000 | |||
| Intermittent problem with fuel gauge not working properly. gauge would remain on empty side. vehicle been in dealer shop, and was unable to locate problem because gauge was working at that time. feel free to provide any further details on this matter. *ak | |||
| 12/24/1999 | 1 | ||
| Consumer pulled nozzle from gas tank, when a burst of flames shot out of the tank, the fire department said the fire was caused by static electricity. *slc | |||
| Was traveling about 45mph on highway and there was a knocking noise because of gasoline usage. also, there was a leak in the rear window, and water came though and ruined the carpet.*ak | |||
| 04/15/1999 | 0 | ||
| Fuel tank has 26 gallons and tank only takes 21 gallons. consumer feels this is dangerous because the gas is going somewhere. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | |||
| 3 | 07/31/1999 | ||
| While filling vehicle with gas some spilled around filler assembly . consumer noticed a smell inside of vehicle. dealer has been notified. leaking fuel drains inside body molding. it then evaporates and some goes into the passenger compartment. *ak *ml | |||
| While filling the gas tank fire started to come up from the opening, around the gas nozzle. dealer has not seen vehicle. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||
| 10/25/2009 | 84000 | 1 | |
| 1999 ford windstar, miles 84,000. under norm driving conditions, r2 valve cover felled had a hole inside it along with gaskets in r2 platnium. i had to buy from ford the gaskets set and r 2value cover and the bolts which are specially made buy them. one would believe that ford did not have enough strength in the bolts to hold the platnium is place that allow the air leak to take place in the valve cover and platnium. i do not have the old parts on hand. *tr | |||
| 01/27/2001 | 1 | 07/01/2000 | |
| Gas gauge hasn't worked a while, and transmission failed a few days ago. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM | |||
| 2 | |||
| While driving the vehicle stalled. consumer was able to restart the vehicle and noticed that the gas gauge registered a full tank but there was no gas in the tank. vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and the mechanic was not able to resolve the problem. *ak | |||