Mechanic Notes

2013 Ford Explorer Fuel System, Gasoline recall 15V812000

Safety recall

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline · Campaign 15V812000 · Reported 02/12/2015

Symptoms / what can happen

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Cause

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer, Explorer Police Utility, Taurus, Taurus Police Interceptor, Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the fuel delivery module may crack, allowing fuel to leak.

The fix, in plain English

Safety recall work is done free by a franchised dealer. Official remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 13S04-S1.

Difficulty

Not DIY: recall remedies are performed by a franchised dealer.

Cost

Free to the owner at a dealer while the recall applies. Outside the recall, costs vary; get a written quote.

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