Recall 13V227000: 2013 Ford Explorer, 2013 Ford Flex, 2013 Ford Fusion +6 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
May 31, 2013
Vehicles affected
390,783
Models
9
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Taurus, Flex, Fusion, Police Interceptor Sedan and Police Interceptor Utility vehicles; and certain model year 2013 Lincoln MKS, MKT, and MKZ vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may develop a crack, allowing fuel to leak.

The risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 13S04.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
13V227000
Manufacturer campaign
13S04
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Owner letters
Jul 20, 2013
Components
Fuel system, gasoline (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology