Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #94V154000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 94V154000 by Ford Motor Company. Includes 3,200 affected units, FUEL:FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

Owners will be mailed a pair of labels and installation instructions. If the owner prefers, a dealer can install the labels.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 94V154000

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Report Received Date: 1994-08-15T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel:fuel tank assembly

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 3,200

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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.

Consequence Summary: Pressure build-up could result in rupture of a fuel tank and spilling diesel fuel, which can cause a fire.

Corrective Action: Owners will be mailed a pair of labels and installation instructions. If the owner prefers, a dealer can install the labels.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 94V154000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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