Recall 09V112000: Upper Fuel Tank Protection Bracket

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Ford/Econoline 2009

MANUFACTURER: Ford Motor Company

MFR'S REPORT DATE: April 06, 2009

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V112000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Fuel System, Gasoline: Storage:Tank Assembly: Mounting

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 429

SUMMARY:
Ford motor company is recalling 429 M/Y 2009 Ford Econoline E-350 and E-450 cutaway school bus prep package vehicles manufactured from April 22, 2008 through March 2, 2009, To reposition the upper fuel tank protection bracket on the frame rail.

CONSEQUENCE:
In certain types of very severe crashes, the fuel tank may be damaged and result in a leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

REMEDY:
Ford will notify owners and dealers will reposition the upper fuel tank protection bracket free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before April 14, 2009. Owners may contact Ford toll-free at 1-866-436-7332 or contact a local Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer for more information.

NOTES:
Ford's recall No. 09S08. Owners may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.