NHTSA Recall 97V159000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 125,000 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Thunderbird.
| NHTSA campaign | 97V159000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 97S84 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | September 22, 1997 |
| Owner notification | October 27, 1997 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, district of columbia, delaware, iowa, illinois, indiana, kentucky, massachusetts, maryland, maine, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, wisconsin, and west virginia. Movement of the fuel lines causes the nylon fuel line jumper to chafe against the floor pan. This wear can cause a pin hole in the fuel line resulting in fuel leakage.
Safety risk
This fuel leakage results in dampness and fuel odor, and if an ignition source was present, a fire could result.
Remedy
Dealers will install a plastic convolute covering around the fuel lines. If the lines show a leak, the lines will be replaced first.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin october 27, 1997. 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.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Vehicles covered by recall 97V159000
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.