NHTSA Campaign Id 91V024000; Date: Feb. 11, 1991
This penetration of the fuel tank causes vapors to escapeand possibly fuel to spill, which could catch fire in the presence of anignition source.
1991 Ford Explorer
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 25,000
The front heat shield may contact the front of the plastic fuel tank, causing cuts or other damage to the extent of penetration.
Relocate the heat shield; inspect and replace damaged fuel fuel tanks.
System: fuel tank and heat shield. Vehicle description : multi-purpose passenger vehicle.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 26, 1991
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