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  Defect Investigation of Fuel Line Damage From Jump Starting

Investigation of Fuel Line Damage From Jump Starting

Subject: Fuel line damage from jump starting
Components covered:
  • Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Investigations Summary: This investigation was opened on Nov. 3, 1998. It was closed on Nov. 15, 2000. Note: this investigation has resulted in a vehicle safety recall.
Fuel leak and possible fire from engine compartment fuel lines damaged by electrical sparking and discharge.
Vehicles Affected by this investigation:
  • 1997 Ford Explorer
  • 1998 Ford Explorer
  • 1997 Mercury Mountaineer
  • 1998 Mercury Mountaineer

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