Ford F Series: Risk Of Fire

Recalling firm
FORD
Product
Vehicles: FORD F SERIES. Units affected: 967
Reason
It is possible that where these vehicles are operating in high road salt conditions the fuel tank straps could fracture due to corrosion. This could lead to the detachment of the fuel tank resulting in the fuel tank contacting the road surface causing a fuel leak which could cause a risk of a vehicle fire. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the fuel tank straps with improved salt corrosion protection straps.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2011-11-03
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/47ab90a5-cbfe-4fa6-a9db-a1b0fbdfd6be