NHTSA Recall 99V093001: Tank assembly (fuel system)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 293,650 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford F-250.
| NHTSA campaign | 99V093001 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | April 27, 1999 |
| Owner notification | August 30, 1999 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: gasoline and diesel engine pickup trucks equipped with 6" and 8" beds manufactured from january 5, 1998 through march 21, 1999, do not not fully satisfy the post crash test static rollover requirements of FMVSS no. 301, "fuel system integrity." six attachment bolts (m12 bolts) may have been damaged during the 30 MPH front barrier test allowing the bolts to shift or become detached, resulting in fuel spillage.
Safety risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will augment the box-to-chassis attachment by installing box-to-chassis retaining cables.
Notes
Owner notification began august 30, 1999. 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 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 99V093001
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.