Recall 93V-125: 1991–1993 Ford F Super Duty, 1991–1993 Ford F-150 and 5 more

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Aug 2, 1993, covering about 1,131,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
93V-125
Report date
Aug 2, 1993
Vehicles affected
1,131,000
Owners notified
Oct 28, 1993

The problem

A malfunctioning check valve within the fuel pump assembly causes a portion of the unused fuel from one tank to be returned to the second tank. When this occurs, the capacity of the second tank can be exceeded, causing fuel spillage.

The risk

Spilled fuel can result in a fire when exposed to asource of ignition.

The fix

Replacement of the fuel pressure regulator and installation of redundant check valves.

Notes

System: fuel; fuel tank assembly.vehicle description: light trucks and chassis cabs with gasoline engines anddual fuel tanks.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed servicedate and the remedy is not corrected within a reasonable time without chargeor the remedy does not correct the safety-related defect or noncompliance,please contact ford's customer assistance center, 300 renaissance center,p.o. Box 43360, detroit, mi 48243. Also contact the national highway trafficsafety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number93V125000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford F Super Duty1991, 1992, 1993All years
Ford F-1501991, 1992, 1993All years
Ford F-2501991, 1992, 1993All years
Ford F-3501991, 1992, 1993All years
Ford F1501990All years
Ford F2501990All years
Ford F3501990All 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 93V-125?

A malfunctioning check valve within the fuel pump assembly causes a portion of the unused fuel from one tank to be returned to the second tank. When this occurs, the capacity of the second tank can be exceeded, causing fuel spillage.

How is recall 93V-125 fixed?

Replacement of the fuel pressure regulator and installation of redundant check valves.

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.