VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. THE FUEL TANK RETENTION STRAP CAN BREAK AT
— Recall Campaign #99V205001
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. THE FUEL TANK RETENTION STRAP (TWO STRAPS PER VEHICLE) CAN BREAK AT THE SPOT WELDS CAUSING AN UNDERBODY RATTLE.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 2,785 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
99V205001
| Manufacturer: | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 03, 1999 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 99V205001 |
| Units affected: | 2,785 |
- Description:
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. THE FUEL TANK RETENTION STRAP (TWO STRAPS PER VEHICLE) CAN BREAK AT THE SPOT WELDS CAUSING AN UNDERBODY RATTLE.
- Consequeces:
- THERE IS ALSO A POTENTIAL FOR FUEL TANK SEPARATION OR FUEL LEAK, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
- Corrective action:
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK RETENTION STRAPS.
- Notes:
- OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 10, 1999. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).