1992 Ford Escort fuel system problems

Filed Jun 2, 2022 · Fuel system, Lights · AZ

I have a very bad gas leak and have Always smelt fuel since I have owned the car, the front suspension is also affected and my rear lights are faulty

Filed Aug 14, 2009 · Fuel system · 131,000 miles · VA

Tl*the contact owns a 1992 ford escort. After filling up the vehicle with fuel, the contact drove to his residence and parked. One hour later, he noticed a small puddle of gasoline on the garage floor. He stated that the leak was coming from the fuel line or fuel tube. The vehicle has not been inspected by a dealer. Through research, the contact found the federal safety agency campaign id number 92v117000, the federal safety agency action number ea92012 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact believes that the vehicle should be included because the failures were identical. The current and failure mileages were 131,000. Updated 11/03/09 *bf updated 11/03/09.

Filed Oct 6, 2006 · Fuel system · 139,000 miles · WA

Dt*: the contact stated the day the vehicle was purchased, there was a smell of fuel in the cabin. After doing some research on the federal safety agency website the contact became aware of a the federal safety agency recall #92v117000 pertaining to the fuel system. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined it was not included in the recall due to the VIN. The manufacturer was contacted who confirmed that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The contact was the second owner of the vehicle. The original owner also noticed the smell of fuel in the vehicle but chose to drive it at less than a full tank.

Filed Nov 21, 2005 · Fuel system · 74,838 miles · AZ

Gasoline leaks from top of gas tank when filled. There is a recall (the federal safety agency# 92v‑117, ford # 92s54 ) I contacted the dealer and they had no record of recall, and told me it was to old to check. I then called ford's customer service dept, and was told the recall had been closed.

Filed Nov 17, 2005 · Fuel system · CA

Dt: the contact states there is a the federal safety agency recall campaign 92v117000 concerning the fuel system. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to VIN. The contact repaired the vehicle at his own expense.

Filed Dec 8, 2003 · Fuel system · 136,000 miles · AZ

Recall 92v117000 concerning fuel pump failure. Anytime the consumer gets into the vehicle there is a strong odor of gasoline. Consumer is not sure if her vehicle is included in the recall.

Filed Sep 8, 2003 · Electrical, Engine · IL

Electrical failure; driver's side lap belt; dash lights(speedometer fuel gauge, engine heat temp & revolotion guage), radio lights, driver's door buzzer/ overhead light; A/C,/ heater fan intermittent. Ignition switch failure, x2, both brake light bulbs replaced: courtesy light in trunk needs replaced. Has never been to garage, to be repaired, for any above electrical.exception, ignition replaced by garage x1.

Filed Jan 3, 2003 · Electrical, Fuel system · 39,000 miles · CA

The consumer noticed fuel leakage from the tank. The dealer diagnosed a hole in the tank. The tank had leaked again. The consumer contacted the manufacturer who advised her that the v.I.n. Was not included in the related recall 92v117000. Ts after the purchase of the vehicle, a suspension bar was needed, and within the first year, the ignition switch was replaced. The consumer was advised to keep the fuel at half full. Scc

Filed Apr 2, 2002 · Fuel system · OK

There was a recall on electrical harness in fuel system, this vehicle was not involved in recall; however, has experienced the same problem. Has contacted ford, manufacturer stated that because vehicle did not apply with recall there was nothing that could be done.

Filed Mar 26, 2002 · Fuel system · NY

Fuel is leaking from the top of the tank, the consumer can smell fuel inside the vehicle and the consumer noticed a puddle of fuel on the ground when exiting the vehicle, this problem only occurs when the rear tank is full, the manufacturer has been contacted. Nlm there is a recall 92v117000 to replace fuel pump sending unit. Consumer replaced 4/7/1994.