Ford/fuel line leakage
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, district of columbia, delaware, iowa, illinois, indiana, kentucky, massachusetts, maryland, maine, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, wisconsin, and west virginia. movement of the fuel lines causes the nylon fuel line jumper to chafe against the floor pan. this wear can cause a pin hole in the fuel line resulting in fuel leakage.
Safety Consequence
This fuel leakage results in dampness and fuel odor, and if an ignition source was present, a fire could result.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a plastic convolute covering around the fuel lines. if the lines show a leak, the lines will be replaced first.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Fuel System, Gasoline.
FAQ: Recall 97V159000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 97V159000?
NHTSA recall 97V159000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on September 22, 1997. It addresses: Ford/fuel line leakage. The recall affects approximately 125,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 97V159000 or the manufacturer campaign number 97S84. 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.