NHTSA Campaign Id 04V331000; Date: Jul. 14, 2004
In the event of a side impact crash, the frame rail scould puncture the fuel tank, resulting in a fuel leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
2004 Ford Ranger
Component: Structure: Frame And Members:underbody Shields
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 1,395
On certain pickup trucks, the frame may have a center rail section flange that was not formed properly.
Dealers will inspect the frame to determine whether the frame was incorrectly manufactured. If there is a problem, the vehicle will not be repaired. Ford and the dealer will replace the vehicle. The recall began on July 19, 2004. Owners should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Ford recall no. 04s19. 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: Jul 19, 2004
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