Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #78V143000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 78V143000 by Ford Motor Company. Includes 1,400,000 affected units, FUEL:FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

In the event the vehicle is struck from the rear, the fuel filler pipe could disconnect from the tank or the tank could be punctured in the forward face. This would result in fuel leakage.

Corrective Action

The dealer will install a longer fuel filler pipe having an improved seal. Also, a polyethylene shield will be installed on the front of the fuel tank.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 78V143000

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Report Received Date: 1978-06-19T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel:fuel tank assembly

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 1,400,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: In the event the vehicle is struck from the rear, the fuel filler pipe could disconnect from the tank or the tank could be punctured in the forward face. This would result in fuel leakage.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: The dealer will install a longer fuel filler pipe having an improved seal. Also, a polyethylene shield will be installed on the front of the fuel tank.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 78V143000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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