Villager V6-181 3.0L SOHC VIN 1 EFI (1997)
Fuel Supply Line: All Technical Service Bulletins
Recall 96V203000: Fuel Line Hose Defect
The four rubber fuel line connector hoses that are supplied to Ford with the fuel tank assembly were improperly manufactured. These hoses can develop
cracks or splits resulting in fuel leakage. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire. Dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly
for the suspect date codes and replace the four rubber fuel connector hoses if necessary. Owner Notification: Owner notification is expected to begin
October 28, 1996. 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.
1997 MERCURY TRUCK VILLAGER
