2001-2003 Ford Econoline recall: storage

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on August 5, 2003. It covers about 64 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 64
reported: Aug 5, 2003
owners notified: Sep 3, 2003
related complaints: 8

Fuel system, gasoline: storage

What is wrong: On certain cutaway chassis cab with the school bus option, two brackets and two outrigger members are missing in the area of the fuel tank.
Risk: The brackets and outrigger members are intended to enhance crash performance.
Remedy: Ford will send technicians to the owner's location to inspect and add the brackets and outriggers as required. Owner notification began on september 3, 2003. Owners should contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673.

Recall number 03V282000

Affected vehicles

Ford Econoline 2001-2003 2001 2002 2003

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 8 complaints about fuel system problems.

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Questions about recall 03V282000

Is there a recall on the 2001-2003 Ford Econoline storage?

Yes. Recall 03V282000, reported on August 5, 2003, covers about 64 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V282000?

Ford will send technicians to the owner's location to inspect and add the brackets and outriggers as required. Owner notification began on september 3, 2003. Owners should contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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