The problem
Vehicle description: Mini vans. Heat generation in the wiring harness to the fuel pump/sender assembly can cause an electrical short. The vehicle could experience a loss of power and become immobilized and the fuel gauge May be erratic.
The risk
Heat damage, including melting or charring of the fuel pump and sender assembly wire harness and associated wiring harnesses can also result. The short circuit could also have the potential for a vehicle fire.
The fix
Dealers will install a fused jumper harness in the fuel pump ground circuit that will be installed at the fuel pump inertia shut-off switch.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-028 (99V028000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 99S01 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood |
| Report date | February 9, 1999 |
| Owners notified | April 7, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 23,097 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-028 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a fused jumper harness in the fuel pump ground circuit that will be installed at the fuel pump inertia shut-off switch.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 23,097 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.