NHTSA recall 85V045000
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford Ranger
Reported Apr 17, 19851,250 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYBuilt Dec 1, 1984 – Jan 1, 1985
The defect
The nylon fuel supply and return lines are improperly routed along the frame side rail and could contact the universal joint on the front driveshaft. consequence of defect: such contact could cause abrasion of the lines and low pressure fuel leakage creating the potential for a fire.
The remedy
Reroute or replace affected fuel lines.