Defect Description For Recall
A Metal Shield On The Outside Of The Plastic Fuel Filler Pipe Can Develop A Static Electrical Charge During Refueling Of The Vehicle.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
CONTOUR
Year
1995
Recall Campaign Number
94V184000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap
Effect Of Defect
A Static Charge Can Discharge And Serve As An Ignition Source For Fuel Vapors In The Area Of The Filler Pipe, Resulting In A Flash Vapor Ignition And A Vehicle Fire.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And, If Necessary, Modify The Vehicles By Adding A Ground Strap Between The Filler Pipe Shield And The Body.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
19940701
End Of Manufacture
19940901
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
8000
Date Owners Notified
19941015
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
19940929