NHTSA Recall 12V438000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V438000; Date: Sep. 7, 2012
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 Ford Edge
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 5,499
Recall Summary:
Ford is recalling certain 2012 edge vehicles manufactured from September 2, 2010, through October 31, 2011, equipped with 2. 0l engines. The fuel line pulse damper metal housing may crack as a result of an improper manufacturing process. A cracked fuel line pulse damper housing may result in a combination of fuel odor, weepage, or a continuous leak while the fuel system is pressurized.
How to Fix:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on September 27, 2012. Owners may contact Ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Recall Notes:
Ford's recall campaign number is 12s40. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. This recall campaign has been superseded by Ford recall campaign 13s13 NHTSA recall no. 14v-002.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 27, 2012
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