Federal-mogul/fuel pump leak
Defect Summary
Certain federal-mogul mechanical fuel pumps sold for use as aftermarket equipment on numerous applications packaged as either carter fuel delivery products, carter accuflow, napa fuel pumps, or napa truflow. the part numbers are m6984, m6978, m6959, m6737, m6626, m6624, m6588, m6505, m60519, m60405, m60404, m60335, m60036, m4503, 2m4503, 2m6984, 2m6978, 2m6959, 2m6737, 2m6588, 2m60036, 2m60519, 2m60405, 2m60404, 2m60335. the lack of proper thread depth in the mechanical fuel pump's flared fitting will cause improper seal and thus the potential for fuel leaking from the fitting.
Safety Consequence
In the presence of an ignition source, fuel leak can result in a vehicle fire.
Corrective Action
Federal-mogul pay for inspection will replace the fuel pump free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during december 2004. 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 federal-mogul at 674-735-0241.
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FAQ: Recall 04E090000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04E090000?
NHTSA recall 04E090000 was issued by Federal-mogul Corporation on December 1, 2004. It addresses: Federal-mogul/fuel pump leak. The recall affects approximately 54,352 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Federal-mogul Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04E090000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.