The problem
Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with 6" beds manufactured from January 5, 1998 through June 4, 1999, do not not fully satisfy the post crash test static rollover requirements of FMVSS no. 301, "fuel system integrity." contact between the fuel tank and a fuel tank locator bracket during a front barrier impact test resulted in a cut in the tank, resulting in fuel leakage.
The risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the fuel tank locator bracket with a similar bracket whose design has been revised to incorporate more rounded surfaces where contact with the tank occurs.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V093002 (99V093002) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Mounting |
| Report date | April 27, 1999 |
| Owners notified | August 30, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 102,700 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V093002 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the fuel tank locator bracket with a similar bracket whose design has been revised to incorporate more rounded surfaces where contact with the tank occurs.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 102,700 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.