NHTSA Recall 03V472000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V472000; Date: Nov. 6, 2003
If the strength of the tank is significantly compromised, it could rupture, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 Ford Crown Victoria; 1997 Ford Crown Victoria; 1998 Ford Crown Victoria; 1999 Ford Crown Victoria; 2000 Ford Crown Victoria; 2001 Ford Crown Victoria; 2002 Ford Crown Victoria; 2003 Ford Crown Victoria
Component: Fuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 4,218
Recall Summary:
On certain natural gas vehicles, if a flame from a vehicle interior fire becomes locally directed at the natural gas fuel tank located immediately behind the rear seat, the flame could damage the fiberglass wrap on the tank weakening the tank.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install an insulator behind the current seat back. Owner notification began on January 7, 2004. Owners should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Recall Notes:
Ford recall no. 03s08. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 7, 2004
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