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NHTSA recall 11V126000

Fuel System, Gasoline · Ford Motor Company

February 21, 2011report date
23,688units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: The engine fuel line in the area of the throttle body shield may not have a protective convolute (cover) properly installed. If the protective convolute on the fuel line is not assembled in the proper position, the edge of the shield may contact the fuel line. Over time this contact may chafe the fuel line, resulting in a fuel odor and a potential fuel leak.

Why it matters: A sufficient fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

The fix: Dealers will trim the throttle body shield away from the fuel line and inspect the fuel line for wear, and replace the line if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on March 4, 2011.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2010 Ford Ranger.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 11V126000.

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