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Recall 09V-112

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 2009 Ford E-350 and 1 other model: Fuel system, gasoline (storage, tank assembly, mounting).

At a glance

Campaign number
09V-112
Reported
April 7, 2009
Vehicles affected
429 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Ford motor company is recalling 429 my 2009 ford econoline e-350 and e-450 cutaway school bus prep package vehicles manufactured from april 22, 2008 through march 2, 2009, to reposition the upper fuel tank protection bracket on the frame rail.

The risk

In certain types of very severe crashes, the fuel tank may be damaged and result in a leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

The fix

Ford will notify owners and dealers will reposition the upper fuel tank protection bracket free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before april 14, 2009. Owners may contact ford toll-free at 1-[removed] or contact a local ford or lincoln/mercury dealer for more information.

Notes from the manufacturer

Ford's recall no. 09s08.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .

Affected vehicles