1993 Ford Escort: fuel leak

Filed Jul 6, 2012 · Fuel system · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 1993 ford escort. While the vehicle was parked, the contact smelled a strong odor of fuel inside and outside of the vehicle. In addition, excessive fuel was leaking from the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who informed the contact that the fuel tank would need to be replaced. There was a manufacturer's voluntary recall pertaining to the fuel tank however the contact's VIN was not included. The contact performed numerous temporary repairs on the vehicle and the problem persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was unavailable. Updated 08-07-12 *bf updated 08/08/2012 *js updated 2/25/13 *cn updated 03/11/2013

Filed Mar 31, 2007 · Electrical, Engine · 6,000 miles · NC

In 1992 I bought a brand new 1993 escort gt spartanburg, sc. The 1st part of the year everything was fine. After, the car was in and out of the shop to date for hesitation, fuel system problems, odd noises and other things. I filed for lemon law in 1993-94 in texas. Was told they would replace the motor, could take up to a month before I got the car back. When asked if they would supply a loaner car I was told no. Without finances to rent a car to get to & from work (50 mls daily) I could not accept the offer at that time without them providing transportation. Over the years, it's been 1 problem after another. Since 1994, I replaced 3 catalytic converters, numerous diagnostic machines to find why it would stall in idle and no acceleration after car warmed up& other things. In 1995, the fuel tank developed a crack at solder joint between the fuel return & the fuel pump sending unit located at top of tank resulting in fumes & gas leaking when filled. Three ford dealerships said only 1992 ford escorts were included in the recall for this problem and there was nothing they could do even though it was manufactured in 1992. The automatic seat belt, driver side quit working. We replaced it with a new one but still won't work. Something wrong with the wiring. Two ford dealerships can't fix nor two auto electricians. I contacted ford again under lemon law, they told me it was a one time offer. Since I refused the first offer, there was nothing they could do. Recommended I sell the car and buy another one. I can not possibly put these problems on someone else? This was totally unethical. I"ve been loyal to ford since in my teens. This is my 2nd ford escort & my first/only new vehicle I ever owned. I still have the car & would really like ford to do right by me in this situation.

Filed Jul 19, 2000 · Fuel system · MN

Just bought car; filled gas tank; leaking fuel; fire will result if fumes near an ignitor; before purchase I had vehicle inspected by mechanic for 1.5 hours; no problem with fuel line detected; only had 3 gallons in tank at time; no fumes detected during inspection or during test drive

Filed Jul 12, 2000 · Fuel system · OK

Defective fuel tank leaks fuel which may cause a fire if there is a source of ignition. There is a national back order on the fuel tanks. *ak the heater shield bracket broke off causing leak from plastic gas tank.

Filed Mar 24, 2000 · Fuel system · CA

On fuel tank two pieces of plastic melted together. Seam on the fuel tank had split & was leaking fuel. Took to dealership & informed by mechanic that fuel tank would be replaced at consumer's cost.

Filed Jul 23, 1999 · Fuel system · FL

Fuel tank has started to melt from the heat of the exhaust pipe, causing the tank to leak fuel on the exhaust pipe. Dealer has been contacted. *ak

Filed Jan 28, 1999 · Fuel system · TX

After smelling fuel odor in gargage and discovering a puddle under vehicle, owner believes fuel is leaking from the filler neck. The dealer is aware of the problem. Fuel tank was replaced 2 years ago because of same problem. The fuel tank has not been replaced at this time.

Filed Jul 29, 1998 · Fuel system · MI

The car was leaking fuel at the gas ank. The dealer replaced a corroded fuel pump the first time under warranty. The second time this happend, the car was out of warranty, and we had to pay for repairs. The dealer requested payment from ford, but we received no response.

Filed Nov 18, 1997 · Fuel system · MD

Smell of gas fumes inside/outside of vehicle; checked under vehicle after smelling fumes in parking lot; gas was leaking from top of gas tank; problem corrected 1 year ago, has reoccurred; fire/explosion hazards.

Filed May 16, 1997 · Fuel system · MI

The consumer took vehicle to dealership to get fuel tank gasket replaced. After picking up the vehicle from service, consumer took vehicle to fill the tank with gas. Within a few miles noticed an odor of gas and gas leak. Dealership unable to fibd problem.

Filed Jun 13, 1996 · Electrical · CT

Fuel leaked on the electricl wiring causing the wiring to melt.

Filed Aug 7, 1995 · Fuel system · PA

Replace fuel pump, later smelled fume inside the car after a fill up, resulting in a fuel leak. Tt