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

Fuel System, Gasoline — Storage — Tank Assembly — Mounting

Date Announced
OCT 17, 1996
Vehicles Affected
1,300
NHTSA Campaign #
96V203000
Summary
The four rubber fuel line connector hoses that are supplied to Ford with the fuel tank assembly were improperly manufactured. These hoses can develop cracks or splits resulting in fuel leakage.
Actions
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly for the suspect date codes and replace the four rubber fuel connector hoses if necessary.
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