2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Posted on: 2001-07-19
Description
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
Should this occur, the capacity of the receiving tank may be exceeded and fuel may overflow from the filler cap.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 1993-07-27
Description
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
Spilled fuel can result in a fire when exposed to asource of ignition.
Corrective Action
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.