The problem
The involved vehicles were manufactured without the midship fuel tank protective shields. As a result, they do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "Fuel system integrity", due to excessive fuel spillage upon frontal impact.
The fix
The involved vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, a fuel tank shield will be installed at no charge to owner.
Contacts
Vehicle description: trucks, light, (4 x 2) equipped with 2-piece drive shafts.System: fuel; fuel tank assembly, attachments.Consequences of defect: fuel spillage can result in a vehicle fire and personalinjury.Note: it is advised that owners refrain from driving their vehicles untildefect has been remedied.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Ford dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 80V103000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.