Ford/fuel leakage
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: light duty trucks and cab chassis equipped with gasoline engines and dual fuel tanks. the carbon steel fuel pressure regulator in the fuel system can wear out during the life of the vehicle. if the fuel pressure regulator malfunctions, it can cause high fuel system pressure, which damages the fuel pump check valve. this allows fuel to be transferred from one tank to the other, possibly overfilling the non-operating tank, resulting in fuel overflow past the filler cap.
Safety Consequence
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a vehicle fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will have a stainless steel fuel pressure regulator installed. owner notification began july 9, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332. (see previous nhtsa recall 93v-125/ford recall 93s68).
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Fuel System, Gasoline.
FAQ: Recall 00V424000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V424000?
NHTSA recall 00V424000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on December 29, 2000. It addresses: Ford/fuel leakage. The recall affects approximately 275,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V424000 or the manufacturer campaign number 00S57. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.