Safety Recall NHTSA · 91V008000 Reported January 8, 1991

Fuel:fuel lines fittings and pump

Ford Motor Company · Fuel System, Gasoline · 26,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
91V008000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
26,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
January 8, 1991

Defect Summary

Distorted fuel lines in engine compartment may contact the steering column universal joint and cause damage to the fuel line.

Safety Consequence

Fuel leakage could occur from the damaged fluid line and,in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Corrective Action

Reposition fuel line to prevent contact with universal joint; if fuel lines are already damaged, repair or replace fuel lines.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 91V008000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 91V008000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 91V008000?

NHTSA recall 91V008000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on January 8, 1991. It addresses: Fuel:fuel lines fittings and pump. The recall affects approximately 26,000 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 91V008000 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.