Recall 03V-472
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1996 to 2003 Ford Crown Victoria: Fuel system, other (storage, tank assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 03V-472
- Reported
- November 6, 2003
- Vehicles affected
- 4,218 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain natural gas vehicles, if a flame from a vehicle interior fire becomes locally directed at the natural gas fuel tank located immediately behind the rear seat, the flame could damage the fiberglass wrap on the tank weakening the tank.
The risk
If the strength of the tank is significantly compromised, it could rupture, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will install an insulator behind the current seat back. Owner notification began on january 7, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Ford recall no. 03s08.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Ford Crown Victoria 1996 to 2003