Aftermarket fuel pump may cause fuel leak
Defect Summary
Federal-mogul is recalling certain precision a23000, a23001, and a23067 aftermarket fuel pumps, shipped from april 2, 2012, through september 21, 2012. these fuel pumps were installed as replacement fuel pumps for use on various ford vehicles for model years 1989 through 1997. the vehicles included are: bronco, e super duty, econoline (e-150, e-250, e-350), explorer, f super duty, f-150, f-250, f-350, and mercury mountaineer. a seal in the pump can fail causing a fuel leak.
Safety Consequence
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a vehicle fire.
Corrective Action
Federal-mogul will notify owners the replacement fuel pump will be replaced, free of charge, for both parts and labor. the safety recall ibegan on december 13, 2012. this recall is being conducted by federal-mogul, not ford motor company. owners may contact federal-mogul at 1-877-489-6659.
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FAQ: Recall 12E036000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12E036000?
NHTSA recall 12E036000 was issued by Federal-mogul Corporation on October 2, 2012. It addresses: Aftermarket fuel pump may cause fuel leak. The recall affects approximately 13,500 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 12E036000 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.