1) heater: Almost caused elec. Fire, stopped working, now needs motor replaced; 2) ABS failed on snowy roads causing single-vehicle accident to front left of vehicle; 3) recall on fuel vent hose, will replace; 4) front rt. Lap belt will not pull out (stuck) needs repair/replaced; 5) oil filter's very very low location on undercarriage front, caused damage to filter, all oil spilled out while operating vehicle pulling out of driveway, ran over snow left by road commission plow, caused damage to rod bearings, and engine, vehicle currently out of commission awaiting repairs, $500 collission deductible.

- Riverdale, MI, USA

Inside of vehicle there is a strong smell of gasoline. It occurs at refueling, stopping, driving, regardless of gas tank level. It was repaired once (in 2000) gas vent line recall, however it continued and is getting worse.

- Fresno, CA, USA

Recall 00V419002 there are fuel smells/ terrible odors coming through. A manufacturer's recall 179, and the problem still exists.

- Chicargo, IL, USA

!!!emergency alert!!! NHTSA recall no. 00V419002 mfg. No 00S59B presents additional, more serious risk of injury and explosion. My wife and I commute our children 30 miles to school (2 hours ave. Daily). She primarily drives the Villager. In February of this year she developed serious tingling and numbness throughout her extremities including facial, foot and hand supersensitivity. The condition grew worse as the months passed. We spent may and June with doctors performing mris and nerve conduction tests to rule out ms or other neuropathy. Until last week we were clueless. For about a year we began noticing faint gasoline smells in the cabin of our Villager. The were mild at first. They became more intense in January of 2001. Several months ago we got the notice of the referrenced recall regarding the fuel vent line. We eventually had the recall work scheduled for July 2, 2001. After returning to our Ford repair shop at the end of the day on the 2nd, we were told to come back on the 9th because a new motor was needed per another recall, and that both would be done at the same time. We delivered the vehicle to Ford on the 9th. By circumstances it was not finished until the 17th. By about the 16th, (1 week being without the vehicle) my wife noticed remarkable improvement in her syptoms. This gave me cause to investigate possible connection to the recall. My determination is that in addition to risk of gas spillage due to the cracked vent hose, gasoline fumes can enter the cabin if the airconditioning or heat is on the "max" position which causes a vaccuum in the cabin. This vaccuum draws gas fumes through the cabin wall near the gas fuel vent. We have had medical bills in the many thousands. My wife cannot drive the vehicle as she can smell the gas in the upholstery. And, this could be an "explosion" hazard rather than just a "fire" hazard. This needs immediate attention and warning to the public!!!!!!!!

- Greenville, IL, USA

Fuel vapors were in passenger's compartment. Dealership examined vehicle, and made necessary repairs. Vehicle was affected by recall 00V419002. But, consumer was informed that repair work was unrelated to this campaign. Conumer states fule lines were leaking at fuel rail, threr was also leak under vehicle which was determined to be power steering leak from a hose.

- Tulsa, OK, USA

Strong fuel smell inside vehicle when turning on air conditioner or heater. Took vehicle to dealer 3 times. Replaced solenoid and canister. It did not remedy problem.

- Northumberland, PA, USA

Consumer received recall 00V419002/manufacturer's recall 00S59 fuel tank vent hose. Dealer will not have part available for a few months. Consumer was having a strong gas odor on inside & outside of vehicle. Smell was so strong that windows could be rolled down in summer time. Bath automotive group in bath, NY. Phone number 607-776-6000.

- Prattsburgh, NY, USA

Recall 00V419002, contacted dealer who informed consumer there were no parts available from Ford. No date given when parts were due at dealer.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

Consumer has taken vehicle to dealer numerous times for smelling gas at vents. Dealer has changed hose and tried other remedies, smell was overwhelming inside vehicle. Cosuemr received a recall00V419002 /manufacturer's recall 00S59 andwill take it to dealer to see if it will repair problem. Consumer please add VIN.

- Dallas, TX, USA

Consumer received recall 00V419002 for fuel ine vent hose in beginning of February, 2001. Has contacted dealer and made appointments. Went to acton Mercury dealer on route 2A in acton, MA twice, but was told there were no parts available to perform recall repairs. In meantime recall was not being done in timely manner, and consumer was driving an unsafe vehicle.

- Naynard, MA, USA

Recall 00V419002/ manufacturer's recall 00S59/ fuel tank vent hose. Dealership refused to repair recall defect as stated in tletter, they wanted to inspect vehicle, and if needed they will replace part. Ford Motor Company has been contacted.

- Tamarac, FL, USA

EA00014; fuel tank vent hose leakage: When filling up the fuel tank, fuel would leak from the vent hose once the tank was filled completely. Owner replaced the hose, the protective cover and two clamps himself. These parts were brought at the dealership. The keyless entery does not unlock the door from out side.

- Brooklyn, MI, USA

Intermittently cruise control will deactivate by itself. Dealer has been notified. Cruise control deactivates only at higher elevations. The vehicle has fuel vapor lock problem on hot days and long drives.

- Canyon Country, CA, USA

While in driving smells gas due to defective fuel tank vent hose.

- Stillwater, MN, USA