Was filling up my fuel tank and just as the pump clicked off gasoline started pouring out from the top of the tank and it still does it everytime I fill it up I am very concerned because it is a severe fire hazard please help me out.
1996 Ford Contour fuel system problems
30 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 30
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Storage: tank assembly10
- Storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap4
- Storage2
- Delivery: fuel pump2
- Delivery2
- Carburetor system2
- Storage: auxillary tank1
- Fuel injection system: injectors1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Ford Contour fuel system problems in other years
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The fuel filler pipe vent hose may have less than the intended level of ozone resistance, which could result in the hose becoming brittle and cracking.
- Risk
- A cracked hose could result in fuel leakage when the vehicle is being fueled.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a fuel filler vent hose contacting the appropriate blend of pvc and nitrile rubber.
Recall number 99V247000 · Recall details
Fuel system, other: storage
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: bi-fuel vehicles modified to run on either gasoline or compressed natural gas (cng). The natural gas fuel tanks have a solenoid shut-off valve that stops fuel flow from the fuel tank in the event of certain moderate to severe collisions. If the vehicle is in a collision and the natural gas fuel line is damaged, the system could leak natural gas.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Ford has requested owners of these vehicles to have the cng fuel system disabled under a previous recall campaign and to only use gasoline fuel until a permanent corrective action is developed. Owners are being alerted to this solenoid valve concern at this time. The timing of corrective actions is being delayed to allow both conditions to be remedied at one time. In the meantime, there is not risk as long as the natural gas system has been disabled and the vheicle is only operated on gasoline.
Recall number 97V203000 · Recall details
What 1996 Ford Contour owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency recall #99v247000, regarding fuel; hoses/lines/pipes/fittings due to the VIN. Having similar problems the manufacturer parts were replaced by an independent service dealer, but the problem recurred. Fuel was dripping onto the tail pipe. The service dealer and manufacturer were notified. Updated 10/04/06.
I smell gasoline, and when I fill my car with gasoline it leaks. I have had it looked at by a mechanic and it has been determined that it is the fuel fill pipe vent hose. I have spoken with ford and they tell me that my vehicle is not covered under the recall.
Consumer has had numerous problems with the 1996 ford contour.*mr there has been so many recalls on consumer's vehicle that she wasn't aware of because the manufacturer never sent notices. Since then consumer has been paying for entire full price and is asking for reimbursement. However, the biggest problem with the vehicle is the gas fumes which is leaking therefore leaving poisonous carbon monoxide fumes coming in through the heater vents. These harsh chemicals are damaging to the lungs, brain, respiratory system and its making consumer very tired among other symptoms.
I have only had the vehicle since february 14th this year. I can not fill my gas tank all the way full. It has been leaking gas every time I do. I have tried several times at different stores when I gas up my car to see if it was because I had been parked on an incline. It does not matter if I am on level ground it still leaves a puddle under my car. It is worse if I park on anything but level ground . Please let me know if there is anyway to fix the problem.
Consumer could smell gas in the vehicle while driving. Took to the mechanic and stated the fuel injectors were leaking. Please provide any further information.
Consumer notice, the dash board defroster duct air vent is cracked and inoperable. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information. Ts
Consumer states while driving there is a gas smell coming inside the vehicle. Consumer feels its related to the recall for the fuel vent hose. Dealer has been contacted. Nlm
I received a card that said: danger, the ford that you are driving is involved in a product safety campaign #99525 and needs immediate attention. What is the safety campaign about? We bought this vehicle used and the original car dealer is in another state. What is wrong with the car?
This vehicle was purchase new and had only 47,000 mile when the intake manifold gasket failed. These components are not moving parts and should last the life of the engine unless installed incorrectly or poorly designed.
Questions about the 1996 Ford Contour fuel system
Does the 1996 Ford Contour have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 30 complaints about the fuel system of the 1996 Ford Contour, 5% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1996 Ford Contour fuel system problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Ford Contour fuel system?
Yes, 2 recalls: 99V247000, 97V203000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Ford Contour have the most fuel system problems?
The Ford Contour model years with the most fuel system complaints are 1995 (85 complaints), 1998 (71 complaints) and 2000 (38 complaints).
Other 1996 Ford Contour problems
Engine 124Electrical 119Transmission 76Lights 72Brakes 49Visibility 41Suspension 38Acceleration 31Steering 30Airbags 25Body 15Seat belts 14Wheels 7Locks 5Seats 3Tires 3Driver assistance 1
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