Key Takeaway

AIRTEX/FUEL PUMP by AIRTEX PRODUCTS was recalled on January 4, 2002. What to do: REPLACE THE MODULE WITH MODULES EQUIPPED WITH THE PROPER VALVING. NOTIFICATION TO DEALERS AND OWNERS BEGAN JANUARY 4, 2002. AIRTEX CAN BE REACHED B...

NHTSA Ongoing

AIRTEX/FUEL PUMP

Recalled: January 4, 2002 ~9,038 units affected 01E066

Description

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: REPLACEMENT FUEL PUMPS, PARTS NOS. E2059M AND E2064M FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT PUMPS IN CERTAIN 1989-97 FORD LIGHT TRUCKS AND SUVS. THE FUEL PUMP MODULE WAS MANUFACTURED WITHOUT THE VALVING NECESSARY TO DIRECT RETURNING FUEL TO THE PROPER FUEL TANK OF A DUAL TANK SYSTEM.

Injuries / Consequence

IN A DUAL FUEL TANK SYSTEM, FUEL CAN BE TRANSFERRED FROM ONE TANK TO ANOTHER CAUSING ONE TANK OF THE SYSTEM TO BECOME OVERFILLED AND SPILL FUEL OUT FROM TANK FILLER PIPE. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, THIS LEAK CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

REPLACE THE MODULE WITH MODULES EQUIPPED WITH THE PROPER VALVING. NOTIFICATION TO DEALERS AND OWNERS BEGAN JANUARY 4, 2002. AIRTEX CAN BE REACHED BY EMAIL AT [email protected] OR BY FAX AT (618) 842-5019. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Products Affected

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Company Information

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this recall still active?

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How do I check if my product is affected?

Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.

What remedy is available for this recall?

The listed remedy for this recall is: REPLACE THE MODULE WITH MODULES EQUIPPED WITH THE PROPER VALVING. NOTIFICATION TO DEALERS AND OWNERS BEGAN JANUARY 4, 2002. AIRTEX CAN BE REACHED BY EMAIL AT [email protected] OR B...

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