NHTSA Recall 03V472000
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLYNov 6, 2003· FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Summary
ON CERTAIN NATURAL GAS VEHICLES, IF A FLAME FROM A VEHICLE INTERIOR FIRE BECOMES LOCALLY DIRECTED AT THE NATURAL GAS FUEL TANK LOCATED IMMEDIATELY BEHIND THE REAR SEAT, THE FLAME COULD DAMAGE THE FIBERGLASS WRAP ON THE TANK WEAKENING THE TANK.
Consequence
IF THE STRENGTH OF THE TANK IS SIGNIFICANTLY COMPROMISED, IT COULD RUPTURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN INSULATOR BEHIND THE CURRENT SEAT BACK. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JANUARY 7, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Ford | Crown Victoria |
| 2001 | Ford | Crown Victoria |
| 2002 | Ford | Crown Victoria |
| 2003 | Ford | Crown Victoria |
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