Ford Recall 94V-203: Fuel system, gasoline – filler pipe and cap

Affected: 1995 Ford Contour, 1995 Mercury Mystique. Filed with NHTSA on October 18, 1994, covering about 28,500 vehicles.

The problem

The fuel tank filler pipe opening reinforcement can leak at the weld.

The risk

Fuel leakage can result in a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and, as appropriate, replace the fuel tanks.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign94V-203 (94V203000)
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
ComponentFuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
Report dateOctober 18, 1994
Owners notifiedOctober 14, 1994
Vehicles affected28,500
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 94V-203 repair free?

Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and, as appropriate, replace the fuel tanks.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 28,500 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.