Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #02V249000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V249000 by Ford Motor Company. Includes 574 affected units, FORD/NATURAL GAS FUEL TANK, component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
On certain natural gas model vehicles, a t-fitting that connects fuel tanks #3 and #4 can develop a leak when the solenoid valves are energized, such as when the ignition switch is in the on position or during refueling.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a redesigned "t" fitting on #4 fuel tank and tested for leakage. owner notification began september 13, 2002. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Recall Overview
NHTSA ID: 02V249000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2002-09-06T00:00:00
Subject: Ford/natural gas fuel tank
Component: Fuel System, Other
Potentially Affected Units: 574
Details
MFR Campaign Number: 02S39
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain natural gas model vehicles, a t-fitting that connects fuel tanks #3 and #4 can develop a leak when the solenoid valves are energized, such as when the ignition switch is in the on position or during refueling.
Consequence Summary: A gas leak of sufficient quantity concentrated in an area to create a combustible mixture and in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Corrective Action: Dealers will install a redesigned "t" fitting on #4 fuel tank and tested for leakage. owner notification began september 13, 2002. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Safety Information
Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A
Metadata
SID: row-qzst.xpvm~kmc4
NHTSA ID: 02V249000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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