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 - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 92V172001 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 04/01/1992 to 10/01/1992 | V (Vehicle) | 10800 | 12/24/1992 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 12/02/1992 | 12/21/1992 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Fuel filler hoses may have been cut prior to installation by a utility knife used to open the shipping box. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel leakage can result if the cut extended through thethickness of the hose wall. leaking fuel can result in a fire if exposedto a source of ignition. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace the fuel filler hose. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel system.vehicle description: passenger vans. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 00V419002 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 11/26/1991 to 06/26/1998 | V (Vehicle) | 394000 | 02/15/2001 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 01/02/2001 | 01/03/2001 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: minivans. the fuel tank vent hose allows air to vent from the fuel tank during refueling. cracks have developed in the vent hose. if (1) the fuel tank is overfilled, not allowing excess fuel in the vent hose to flow back into the tank, (2) the vehicle is driven only a short distance after refueling and, (3) there is subsequently significant heating of the fuel tank, the fuel in the tank can expand into the vent hose and leak fuel. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the vent hose. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification began february 19, 2001.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - CARBURETOR SYSTEM | |||||
| 96225 | 10/21/1996 | 50944 | Mass air flow sensor - replacement as an assembly - service tip. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||||
| BC0482961113 | 11/13/1996 | 50761 | Extended crank or intermittent stalling in high ambient temperatures. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
| 962522 | 12/02/1996 | 50978 | Extended crank - long crank time during morning start-ups - vehicles built through 7/1/96 no start - no start after short hot soak - vehicles built through 7/1/96 stalling - intermittent in hot ambient temperatures - vehicles built through | 06/17/1997 | |
| BC5178961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50457 | Fuel pump improved, hardened inner gerotor gear. improvement will reduce the possibility of intermittent stalling in hot ambient temps & a long crank time after a cold soak. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| BC0751961017 | 10/17/1996 | 50390 | Improved fuel pump w/ an improved, hardened inner gerotor gear. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| BC4188950401 | 02/01/1995 | 3031600 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| BC2903950401 | 04/01/1995 | 39844 | Fuel pump whine due to misplaced sound deading strips, allowing the fuel tank to ground out against the frame. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 05/20/2005 | 168000 | 1 | 01/29/2005 |
| Purchased a 1993 mercury villager from mzn auto sales on january 28, 2005. was driving down the highway on may 19th, heard a loud noise and people were yelling to pull over that my van was on fire, both sides in flames. come to find out, there was a recall on this vehicle for fuel related fires and we were not notified by the owner of mzn auto sales of any recalls. they have our van in their possession at this time. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| While driving smell of intensive gas filled the vehicle. took to dealer. also took to mechanic. please provide any further information.*ak | |||
| 09/08/1995 | 4 | 12/12/1992 | |
| There has been smoke present from the front blower assembly. tt vehicle experienced transmission leak on several occasions, dealer finally replaced the front axle, shaft, and boots and seal, transmission also slipping and jerking, lubricated front cv joint due to noises coming from front. vehicle idles too fast/rough, dealer set idle speeds, poor fuel economy, dealer repired vacuum lines, fuel shield attaching part broke, exhaust leak, dealer replaced muffler and resonator. water leak at back glass, trim missing. noise in ac and heater, dealer removed material from blower housing, dealer finally replaced blower motor. right door lock inoperable. trim loose on inner fender. missing panel under glove box. brake noise in rear, front brake pads and front rotors have been replaced. *slc | |||
| 11/03/1995 | 1 | 06/17/1993 | |
| While the vehicle was idling it burst into flames from the engine and from under the van.tt *jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - CARBURETOR SYSTEM | |||
| 08/02/2001 | 10 | 01/01/1999 | |
| No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak | |||
| 09/05/1998 | 1 | 09/15/1996 | |
| Intake manifold bolts sheared off. understand that this is a common problem and poorly designed part by ford. believe this part warrants a recall. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY | |||
| 01/01/2000 | 1 | 06/01/1996 | |
| Could smell gasoline vapors in van at idle on cold days. found the smell was gas leaking from from the neoprene fuel lines connected to the fuel injector rails. (note: discovered cause, by reading article in cincinnati inquirer, 4/29/00) about a 95 nissan quest with the identical problem) | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 09/07/1999 | 1 | 11/01/1993 | |
| The manifold bolts had broke and fumes entered the vehicle. this caused the driver to be sleepy. the vehicle was making noises. there was no warning regarding the broken bolts. vehicle was taken to dealer for repairs. the fuel pump and the distributor was replaced due to jumping. *jg | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 09/01/2000 | |||
| Consumer is concerned about gasoline leaking from underneath vehicle, from fuel hose.*ak | |||
| 06/01/2000 | 2 | 09/01/1993 | |
| I have experienced fuel tank/line/pump leaks on two occaisons. in july 1999 following a fuel pump replacement i had a leak in the tank and or fuel lines. in june 2000 i again had a fuel leak. the dealer repaired it, at a cost of approx. $60.00 and replaced a fuel or vent line. *ak | |||
| 01/16/1993 | 6 | ||
| Fuel filter failed prior to service recall. | |||
| 05/18/1995 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle crash: fuel cut off switch failed. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||
| 09/07/1999 | 1 | 11/01/1993 | |
| The manifold bolts had broke and fumes entered the vehicle. this caused the driver to be sleepy. the vehicle was making noises. there was no warning regarding the broken bolts. vehicle was taken to dealer for repairs. the fuel pump and the distributor was replaced due to jumping. *jg | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - AUXILLARY TANK | |||
| 06/01/2000 | 2 | 09/01/1993 | |
| I have experienced fuel tank/line/pump leaks on two occaisons. in july 1999 following a fuel pump replacement i had a leak in the tank and or fuel lines. in june 2000 i again had a fuel leak. the dealer repaired it, at a cost of approx. $60.00 and replaced a fuel or vent line. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 08/17/2001 | |||
| Gas tank was falling off/ leaking and causing some sparks. bolt to support bracket that holds tank disconnected and almost fell off. tank is lean, and 8 inches away from vehicle. dealer is looking at problem. bolt holding the other side shows no stress or rust signs at this time.*ak | |||
| 01/01/2001 | 0 | ||
| Bolt broke on exhaust manifold. can hear a ticking noise. also, fuel is leaking out though cracks. dealership is aware of problem. *ak | |||
| 02/23/2001 | 1 | ||
| The fuel filler pipe failed prior to recall notice 00v-419 causing fumes to enter the vehicle and caused the driver to have severe headaches. nlm | |||
| 1 | |||
| The vehicle exhibited the symptoms of recall 00v-419, the consumer contacted the dealer about the fuel leak but was told that the next available appointment wasn't until two weeks, the consumers felt this problem needed immediate repair therefore they repaired it themselves. nlm | |||
| 02/21/2001 | 1 | 09/01/1993 | |
| Recall 00 v 419 002/fuel tank vent hose: malouf lincoln mercury dealer, north brunswick, nj; phone# 732/821-1177 notified, and informed that parts were on national back order, unable to know when parts would be available, seeking help from nhtsa in this matter. *ak *slc | |||
| 03/01/1997 | 1 | 02/01/1997 | |
| Gas smell inside car when car starts in cold months. *ak | |||
| 08/10/2000 | 12/01/1992 | ||
| The fuel overflow hose broke on my 1993 mercury villager. this caused a fuel leak and a puddle of raw gas in my attached garage. luckily, we noted it and move the vehicle outside and cleaned the fuel up. the mechanic stated that he had replaced about 8 of these hoses in the past couple of years, 3 this year alone. this is a very dangerous condition. | |||
| 06/17/2000 | 1 | 09/01/1992 | |
| Fuel leakage after fillup on a warm day and fuel tank was not over filled. *ak | |||
| Consumer smelled fuel odor when gas tank was closed. dealer has been notified. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| Fuel is leaking from the fuel tank . vehicle was inspected by a private mechanic who determined that fuel tank was not cracked. manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||
| 12/13/1996 | |||
| Driver was smelling gas, took to dealer, dealer indicated it was the seam of the fuel tank and needed to be replaced . *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | |||
| 08/11/1999 | 1 | 04/01/1994 | |
| Consumer was at gas station putting gasoline inside of tank and gasoline was leaking from underneath of vehicle. filler hose cracked and was leaking. mechanic at the repair shop told comnsumer that gasoline tank was leaking from seams in addition to leaking from filler hose. *ak fuel tank and vent hose were replaced. *slc | |||
| 1. fuel filler hose. when filling up the fuel tank to a full condition, fuel is seen to leak from the area above the leaf spring assembly on the left side of the vehicle. once the level of gasoline in the fuel tank appears to drop to a certain level, the odor of gasoline is still present, especially on hot days. if tank is not filled to capacity, the leak is not present but the odor is. 2. motorized shoulder seat belt. the motorized seat belt assembly on both front seats make a loud noise and rattle when in motion. it appears that the mechanism is loose when it travels back and forth on the door track. *ak | |||
| 08/25/1999 | 1 | 08/05/1992 | |
| When tank is full can smell strong gas fumes coming from outside of car. consumer thinks its related to the filler neck.*ak the strong gas fume is caused by deteriorating vent hiose . *yh | |||
| 08/16/1998 | |||
| When filling gas, gas would start to leak just before the pump automatic shuts off. if stop filling about 1 gallon short of full, no leak occurs. however, if park car at an incline, gas would leak indicating that fuel filler hose has crack at top. this is similar to an earlier recall for vehicles manufactured on an earlier date. i just noticed this so i do not know whether the failure is in existence since date one of my purchase. i strongly feel that there should be a wider recall for this vehicle as a fire may result from this. | |||
| 06/01/1999 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle experiencing fuel leakeages from fuel filler neck. manufacturer has been notified. *yc | |||
| 07/10/1998 | 1 | 11/02/1992 | |
| Gas spilled/leaked onto ground when tank was filled. dealer states that seam of fuel tank was splitting and needed to be replaced. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||
| 04/10/1999 | 1 | 01/01/1999 | |
| Raw gas odor through whole van. *mjs | |||