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1999-2000 Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 recall: tank assembly

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on August 12, 1999. It covers about 245,300 vehicles.

vehicles affected
245,300
reported
Aug 12, 1999
owners notified
Dec 1, 1999
related complaints
82

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly

What is wrong
Vehicle description: gasoline and diesel engine pickup trucks equipped with 8 foot beds, do not fully satisfy the requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel tank front strap isolator may not be properly positioned which could result in the strap cutting the tank during a 30 MPH front barrier test, resulting in fuel spillage.
Risk
During the subsequent static rollover test, fuel spillage exceeded the specified rate, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will reposition the front strap isolator.

Recall number 99V219000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 82 complaints about fuel system problems.

1999 Ford F-2502000 Ford F-2501999 Ford F-3502000 Ford F-350

Questions about recall 99V219000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2000 Ford F-250 and Ford F-350 tank assembly?

Yes. Recall 99V219000, reported on August 12, 1999, covers about 245,300 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V219000?

Dealers will reposition the front strap isolator.

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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