Recall 91V-146: 1991 Ford E-150, 1991 Ford E-250 and 8 more

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Sep 4, 1991, covering about 350,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
91V-146
Report date
Sep 4, 1991
Vehicles affected
350,000
Owners notified
Dec 20, 1991

The problem

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

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 only 1/3 full.if your vehicle leaks fuel or if you smell fuel, stop using the vehicle andcall ford at (313) 446-4654 and advise them of your problem. Refer to fordsafety recall number 91s39. An operator will take your name and telephonenumber. A ford representative will call you back.

Recall details

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Auxillary Tank › Selector Devices
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number91V146000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford E-1501991All years
Ford E-2501991All years
Ford E-3501991All years
Ford E1501989, 1990All years
Ford E2501989, 1990All years
Ford E3501989, 1990All years
Ford Econoline1989, 1990, 1991All years
Ford F1501989All years
Ford F2501989All years
Ford F3501989All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 91V-146?

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.

How is recall 91V-146 fixed?

Replace the dual fuel tank selector valve.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.