Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
What Happened
The O-ring seals in the fuel line connector were damaged during assembly. This means there's a weak spot where fuel can leak from the fuel filter.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel line leaks and sparks are present, it could catch fire. This is a serious risk of a fire in or around your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will inspect and replace the fuel line, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible and contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673 if it's not done within a reasonable time.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE O-RING SEALS IN THE FUEL LINE CONNECTOR AT THE OUTLET END OF THE FUEL FILTER WERE DAMAGED WHEN THE LINE WAS CONNECTED TO THE FILTER DURING VEHICLE ASSEMBLY. IN SOME CASES, THIS DAMAGE COULD RESULT IN A FUEL ODOR, OR POSSIBLY IN FUEL DRIPPING FROM THE CONNECTION.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE FUEL LINE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 27, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
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