NHTSA Recall 81V092000: Filler pipe and cap (fuel system)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 112,000 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Escort.
| NHTSA campaign | 81V092000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY › FILLER PIPE AND CAP |
| Report received | July 22, 1981 |
| Owner notification | August 14, 1981 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Some of the involved vehicles have an electrically ungrounded fuel inlet. These vehicles are subject to static charge accumulation at the fuel filler pipe opening, which can occur if these vehicles are refueled from an electrically ungrounded dispensing nozzle.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
A grounding connection from the filler pipe inlet to the vehicle body and a static electricity suppression rod inside the filler pipe will be installed at no charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel inlet.consequences of defect: this static charge may generate a spark of staticelectricity which can ignite fuel vapor at the fuel pipe opening. If thevehicle"s fuel tank is either replaced or cleansed during repair, a spark ofstatic electricity generated further down the filler pipe may ignite fuel vaporinside the pipe. In either event, fire, personal injury and property damage mayresult.
Vehicles covered by recall 81V092000
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.