NHTSA recall 00V424000
Fuel System, Gasoline · Ford Motor Company
Details
What's wrong: The carbon steel fuel pressure regulator in the fuel system can wear out during the life of the vehicle. If the fuel pressure regulator malfunctions, it can cause high fuel system pressure, which damages the fuel pump check valve. This allows fuel to be transferred from one tank to the other, possibly overfilling the non-operating tank, resulting in fuel overflow past the filler cap.
Why it matters: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a vehicle fire.
The fix: Dealers will have a stainless steel fuel pressure regulator installed. Owner notification began July 9, 2001.
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All model years NHTSA lists
1993 Ford F-150, 1993 Ford F-250, 1993 Ford F-350.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 00V424000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.