The problem
Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with gasoline engines and 8 foot boxes, May not fully satisfy the requirements of FMVSS no. 301, "fuel system integrity." in a 30 MPH frontal barrier crash test, a fuel tank vapor recovery valve separated internally. During the subsequent static rollover test, fuel spillage exceeded the specified rate.
The risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will install a stop plate assembly on the vehicle frame to prevent recovery valve contact with a frame crossmember during the impact sequence.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-311 (99V311000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 99S32 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly |
| Report date | November 4, 1999 |
| Owners notified | December 1, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 107,540 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-311 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a stop plate assembly on the vehicle frame to prevent recovery valve contact with a frame crossmember during the impact sequence.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 107,540 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.