Tl*the contact owns a 1995 mercury mystique. While adding fuel to the vehicle, she was noticed there was a gas leak. The dealer stated that the part was no longer made and they were unable to assist her. The dealer is aware of recall, 95v232000 - fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap. She was also advised that it did not apply to her vehicle identification number. Updated .
1995 Mercury Mystique: fuel leak
10 of the 333 complaints about the 1995 Mercury Mystique describe fuel leak.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- recalls
- 3
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls for this area of the car. See below
Fuel leak by model year
- 20001
- 19981
- 19964
- 199510
What owners say
Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, a gas smell was noticed due to a gas leak. The vehicle was driven to the dealer who determined a gas leak in the filler hose was present. There was a the federal safety agency recall, # 95v232000, regarding the gas tank filler hose and cap. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Fuel vapor smell. Diagnosed as a failed hose at the top of the fuel tank (between the tank and the vehicle body). Service writer indicated that the problem was caused by flexing between the body and the tank and that, in his opinion, the design did not take the flexing into account sufficiently. There was a fuel leak, and the vehicle would have leaked significant fuel in a roll over.
Request for reimbursement for replacement of gas tank since it is a product of a defect.*mr gas station attendant was fueling the vehicle when a large puddle of gas leaked form under the vehicle. Vehicle was taken to the mechanic who stated it should be covered by ford. Prior to this incident, the gas tank kept shutting off automatically and the attendant had to pump it slowly to keep it from shutting off while being filled. Consumer was told by the dealership the vehicle would be looked over and it was dependent upon the mileage and condition of the vehicle. Consumer contacted the mechanic and relayed the info. From the dealership. Mechanic stated his computer showed a recall for the fuel tank and should be covered. Consumer again contacted another ford dealership who stated there was no recall. Mechanic did repair vehicle.
Fuel tank is leaking fuel, consumer had fuel filler line replaced in 1998. Currently, it needs to be replaced again. There is a recall, but this vehicle is not affected due to VIN.
Gas is leaking from the gas tank, and the smell is getting into the vehicle. When getting into vehicle and when driving, consumer can see where the gas is leaking from the tank. Consumer contacted dealer since gas tank was repaired before, and now the tank is leaking again. Dealer can't determine the problem.
Rear of vehicle reeks of gasoline smell due to a fuel leak in the gas tank.
Fuel tank failed, leaking gas on hot exhaust.
Rapid fuel leak from gas tank.
Fuel tank assembly replaced due to tank shutting off prematurly/leaking fuel.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
- What is wrong
- The fuel tank filler pipe opening reinforcement, constructed from two separately molded pieces, can leak at the weld.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage can result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel tank assemblies with units containing one-piece molded reinforcements.
Recall number 95V232000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
- What is wrong
- The fuel tank filler pipe opening reinforcement can leak at the weld.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage can result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and, as appropriate, replace the fuel tanks.
Recall number 94V203000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
- What is wrong
- A metal shield on the outside of the plastic fuel filler pipe can develop a static electrical charge during refueling of the vehicle.
- Risk
- A static charge can discharge and serve as an ignition source for fuel vapors in the area of the filler pipe, resulting in a flash vapor ignition and a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, modify the vehicles by adding a ground strap between the filler pipe shield and the body.
Recall number 94V184000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1995 Mercury Mystique fuel leak
Is fuel leak a common problem on the 1995 Mercury Mystique?
10 of 333 owner complaints about the 1995 Mercury Mystique (3%) mention fuel leak. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1995 Mercury Mystique?
There are 3 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1995 Mercury Mystique
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