Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
CHASSIS
Year
1990
Recall Campaign Number
94V040000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Abrasion Of The Steel Tube Wall That Eventually Causes A Fuel Leak May Result In A Fire, If A Source Of Ignition Is Present.
Fix Defect
Ford Dealers Will Replace The Fuel Return Tubes With Flexible Stainless Steel Braided/Teflon Tubes. Dealers Will Also Inspect The Fuel Supply Tubes.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
19890801
End Of Manufacture
19910801
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
89770
Date Owners Notified
19940325
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
19940223