The problem
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. The fuel pressure regulator o-ring May have been damaged when the fuel pressure regulator was installed in the engine fuel rail. If the o-ring is damaged, fuel vapor or leakage could occur.
The risk
If an ignition source is present, a fire could result.
The fix
Dealers will replace the fuel pressure regulator.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 98V-194 (98V194000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system |
| Report date | August 19, 1998 |
| Owners notified | August 14, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,700 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 98V-194 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the fuel pressure regulator.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,700 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.