Ford/fuel cross flow
Defect Summary
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.
Safety 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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 01I008000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01I008000?
NHTSA recall 01I008000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on July 19, 2001. It addresses: Ford/fuel cross flow. The recall affects approximately 1,556,221 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01I008000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.