NHTSA recall 91V-024 (91V024000)

fuel system, gasoline recall reported February 11, 1991 - about 25,000 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 91V024000
Also written as: 91V-024
Reported: February 11, 1991
Vehicles affected: ~25,000
Component: fuel system, gasoline

What is being recalled

THE FRONT HEAT SHIELD MAY CONTACT THE FRONT OF THE PLASTIC FUEL TANK, CAUSING CUTS OR OTHER DAMAGE TO THE EXTENT OF PENETRATION.

Why it is dangerous

THIS PENETRATION OF THE FUEL TANK CAUSES VAPORS TO ESCAPEAND POSSIBLY FUEL TO SPILL, WHICH COULD CATCH FIRE IN THE PRESENCE OF ANIGNITION SOURCE.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

RELOCATE THE HEAT SHIELD; INSPECT AND REPLACE DAMAGED FUEL FUEL TANKS.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 91V-024 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Ford Explorer - 1991

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