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Ford Motor Company - Fuel Tank May Leak Fuel
Published: March 8, 2024Recall ID: 24V185000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Product Description & Identification
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Maverick vehicles. The fuel tanks may have an open pinch joint between the two molds, which can allow fuel to leak.
Affected Products
Fuel Tank May Leak Fuel
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Fuel Tank May Leak Fuel |
| Nhtsa id | 24V185000 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V185000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Defect summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Maverick vehicles. The fuel tanks may have an open pinch joint between the two molds, which can allow fuel to leak. |
| Completion rate | 93.09 |
| Corrective action | Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine immediately if a fuel leak is detected or the Malfunction Indicator Lamp illuminates. Dealers will replace the fuel tanks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 10, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S17. |
| Consequence summary | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a vehicle fire. |
| Mfr campaign number | 24S17 |
| Potentially affected | 217 |
| Report received date | 2024-03-08T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |