NHTSA Recall # | 44020 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 78V143000 |
MFG Compaign # | |
Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
Supplier | FORD |
Brand | FORD |
Model | PINTO |
Model Year | 1976 |
Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY |
Date of notification | 22/08/78 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 01/08/71 |
End date of manufacturing | 01/07/76 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | ODI |
Report received | 19/06/78 |
Report created | 12/10/79 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 1400000 |
Defect summary | In the event the vehicle is struck from the rear, the fuel filler pipe could disconnect from the tank or the tank could be punctured in the forward face. This would result in fuel leakage. |
Consequence summary | |
Corrective action | The dealer will install a longer fuel filler pipe having an improved seal. Also, a polyethylene shield will be installed on the front of the fuel tank. |
Recall notes | Vehicle descripton: passenger vehicles. System: fuel; fuel tank. Consequences of defect: fuel leakage, in the presence of a source of ignition,could result in a vehicle fire and serious injury to passengers. |