The problem
Vehicle description: bi-fuel vehicles. These vehicles May have a fuel tank filler pipe grommet that could have been damaged during the installation of the bi-fuel system. If the grommet is damaged, fuel could leak. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel tank filler pipe grommet.
The risk
If the grommet is damaged, fuel could leak. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the fuel tank filler pipe grommet.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-350 (00V350000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00S38 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Fuel system, other › Storage › Tank assembly |
| Report date | October 30, 2000 |
| Owners notified | November 30, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,750 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-350 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the fuel tank filler pipe grommet.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,750 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.