Investigation SQ98002: 1998 Ford Contour

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Jan 27, 1998

Closed

Jul 31, 1998

Model years

1998

Subject

Fuel gauge does not read below 1/4

Component: Vehicle speed control › Linkages

Summary

Ford's service bulletin dated december 8, 1997, points out that the fuel gauge will not read above 3/4 tank or below 1/4 tank of fuel.the erroneous fuel gauge reading will indicate significantly more fuel reserve than actually present in the fuel tank.odi has one complaint where the driver alleged that his vehicle ran out of gas due to a false fuel gauge reading.this investigation wasto ascertain facts concerning the problem experience, scope, and rational for electing not to conduct a safety compaign.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1998 Ford Contour846 complaints