Defect Description For Recall
The Labels Reminding Operators Closing The Fuel Tank Crossover Valves To Reopen The Valves Before Operating The Engines Were Omitted. If The Tanks Are Over Half Full And Vehicle Operation Was Resumed Without Reopening The Fuel Tank Cross-Over Valves, Pressure Could Build In One Of The Tanks.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
L9000
Year
1994
Recall Campaign Number
94V154000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
Effect Of Defect
Pressure Build-Up Could Result In Rupture Of A Fuel Tank And Spilling Diesel Fuel, Which Can Cause A Fire.
Fix Defect
Owners Will Be Mailed A Pair Of Labels And Installation InstruCTIons. If The Owner Prefers, A Dealer Can Install The Labels.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
19900701
End Of Manufacture
19931001
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3200
Date Owners Notified
19941104
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
19940815