The problem
Vehicle description: Mini vans. These vehicles May have incorrectly fuel line end forms which could result in a lower than specified pull apart force for the installed fuel line connection.
The risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will install a redundant fuel line clip on the fuel supply and return line connections at the rear of the chassis fuel line bundle.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-164 (00V164000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00S11 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery |
| Report date | June 19, 2000 |
| Owners notified | July 19, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-164 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a redundant fuel line clip on the fuel supply and return line connections at the rear of the chassis fuel line bundle.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,000 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.