NHTSA recall 97V145000
Fuel System, Gasoline · Ford Motor Company
Details
What's wrong: Cracks can develop in the fuel tank near the heat shield attachment resulting in fuel leakage if the cracks go through the fuel tank wall.
Why it matters: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a vehicle fire.
The fix: Dealers will remove the heat shield attachments. This will not affect heat shield location or function, as the attachments are intended to keep the shield in place until the fuel tank is installed in the vehicle. After installation, the fuel tank straps retain the heat shield.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1995 Ford Escort, 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 97V145000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.