NHTSA recall 87V139000
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford Aerostar and 20 more
Reported Sep 4, 19873,600,000 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYBuilt Jul 1, 1985 – Aug 1, 1987
The defect
Spring lock fuel line coupling may not be properly engaged.
The risk
Coupling could disengage due to fuel pressure,vibration, and engine movements; this would cause loss of fuel which, inpresence of an ignition source, creates a fire risk.
The remedy
Install retainer clips over the couplings to prevent coupling separation and fuel leakage.