NHTSA Recall 00V277001: Delivery (fuel system)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10,850 vehicles. It affects 2001 Ford Escape.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V277001 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 00S27 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY |
| Report received | September 18, 2000 |
| Owner notification | September 27, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The o-ring seals in the fuel line connector at the outlet end of the fuel filter were damaged when the line was connected to the filter during vehicle assembly. In some cases, this damage could result in a fuel odor, or possibly in fuel dripping from the connection.
Safety risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel line. Owner notification began september 27, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V277001
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Escape | 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.