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Recall 91V-146

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1990 to 1991 Ford E-150 and 3 other models: Fuel system, gasoline (storage, auxillary tank, selector devices).

At a glance

Campaign number
91V-146
Reported
September 4, 1991
Vehicles affected
350,000 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

The dual fuel tank selector valve may malfunction and cause an overfill condition in one of the fuel tanks, resulting in an overflow of fuel past the filler cap.

The risk

The overflow of fuel past the filler cap causes a fuelleakage, which can result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition.

The fix

Replace the dual fuel tank selector valve.

Notes from the manufacturer

System: fuel tank, auxilliary.vehicle description: vans and light trucks with dual fuel tanks produced in thefollowing periods: f150, f250, and f350 light trucks built between february 28,1989 and july, 1989; econoline built between february 28, 1989 andfebruary 11, 1991.note: ford has agreed to recall these vehicles but parts are not yet available.parts will be available in december 1991. You will receive a letter from fordadvising you when to schedule an appointment with your dealer to have the recallwork performed. In the mean time, you can take the following precautions:fill each tank to…

Affected vehicles