NHTSA recall 05V266000
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford F-250 SD and 3 more
Reported Jun 9, 200578,675 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYMaker’s number 05S33Built Aug 1, 2004 – May 9, 2005
The defect
On certain pickup trucks and chassis cab vehicles equipped with 5.4L or 6.8L gasoline engines, the fuel jumper line may have an incorrect end form.
The risk
The fuel line may separate at the connection to the main fuel bundle. If the fuel line separates, an operator may notice a gasoline odor and/or fuel on the ground, loss of power, and the engine will eventually stall. fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will install an external retention clip at the fuel jumper line to the main fuel bundle connection. the recall began on june 20, 2005. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.