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NHTSA recall 00V350000

Fuel System, Other · Ford Motor Company

October 30, 2000report date
3,750units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: These vehicles may have a fuel tank filler pipe grommet that could have been damaged during the installation of the bi-fuel system. If the grommet is damaged, fuel could leak. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel tank filler pipe grommet.

Why it matters: If the grommet is damaged, fuel could leak. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank filler pipe grommet.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

1998 Ford Contour, 1999 Ford Contour, 2000 Ford Contour.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 00V350000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.