Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery

Date Announced
SEP 18, 2000
Vehicles Affected
10,850
Ford Recall #
00S27
NHTSA Campaign #
00V277001
Summary
Vehicle description: Sport utility vehicles. The O-ring seals in the fuel line connector at the outlet end of the fuel filter were damaged when the line was connected to the filter during vehicle assembly. In some cases, this damage could result in a fuel odor, or possibly in fuel dripping from the connection.
Actions
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel line. Owner notification began September 27, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
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