1991 Ford Explorer recall: tank assembly
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on February 11, 1991. It covers about 25,000 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 25,000
- reported
- Feb 11, 1991
- owners notified
- Mar 26, 1991
- related complaints
- 26
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- The front heat shield may contact the front of the plastic fuel tank, causing cuts or other damage to the extent of penetration.
- Risk
- This penetration of the fuel tank causes vapors to escapeand possibly fuel to spill, which could catch fire in the presence of anignition source.
- Remedy
- Relocate the heat shield; inspect and replace damaged fuel fuel tanks.
Recall number 91V024000
Affected vehicles
- Ford Explorer 1991 1991
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 26 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 91V024000
Is there a recall on the 1991 Ford Explorer tank assembly?
Yes. Recall 91V024000, reported on February 11, 1991, covers about 25,000 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 91V024000?
Relocate the heat shield; inspect and replace damaged fuel fuel tanks.
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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