Recall 09V231000: 2008–2009 Ford E-350 and 1 other model

Report received

Jun 23, 2009

Manufacturer

Ford motor company

Potentially affected

65vehicles

Model years

2008–2009

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Ford is recalling 65 my 2008-2009 e-350 and my 2009 e450 cutaway vehicles equipped with school bus prep packages for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity." these vehicles may not have been assembled with the fuel tank protection brackets that are required for school bus applications.

Possible consequence

In certain types of very severe crashes, the fuel tank may be damaged and result in a leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect for proper fuel tank protection bracket installation and install brackets free of charge. The recall began on june 26, 2009. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332 or through the internet at www.ownerconnection.com.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2008 Ford E-35039 complaints
• 2009 Ford E-35010 complaints
• 2009 Ford E-4502 complaints