NHTSA Recall 94V040000
NHTSA Campaign Id 94V040000; Date: Feb. 23, 1994
Abrasion of the steel tube wall that eventually causes a fuel leak may result in a fire, if a source of ignition is present.
Recalled Vehicles:
1990 Ford Chassis; 1991 Ford Chassis; 1991 Ford F-250; 1991 Ford F-350; 1990 Ford F250; 1990 Ford F350; 1990 Ford Super Duty; 1991 Ford Super Duty
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 89,770
Recall Summary:
The steel fuel return tubes that connect the frame fuel return lines with the engine fuel rail can contact the pinch weld flange connecting the dash panel to the floor pan. Continued contact leads to abrasion of the steel fuel return tube and eventually results in a fuel leak.
How to Fix:
Ford dealers will replace the fuel return tubes with flexible stainless steel braided/teflon tubes. Dealers will also inspect the fuel supply tubes.
Recall Notes:
System: fuel; fuel lines; metallic. Vehicle description: light duty and super duty pickup trucks and chassis over 8,500 lbs. Gross vehicle weight rating equipped with 7. 5l engines. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact Ford service center at 1-800-392-3673. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 25, 1994
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