Fuel Tank Recall

[Mav2Scamp]

I took my Maverick in for service and they checked for the fuel tank recall and I was told that Ford out sourced the spray-in bed liner and the vender used a drill to clean out the holes in the bed and used a drill bit that was to long and drilled holes into the fuel tanks. My Maverick was one of the vehicle’s affected which explains how I topped off my Maverick at night and in the morning having only 3/4 of a tank . This also explains my bad MPG. This is a safety issue so don’t take lightly.

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[SkeeterB]

No comment.

 

[The Weatherman]

I took my Maverick in for the fuel tank recall and I was told that Ford out sourced the spray-in bed liner and the vender used a drill to clean out the holes in the bed and used a drill bit that was to long and drilled holes in the fuel tanks. My Maverick was one of the vehicle’s affected which explains how I topped off my Maverick at night and in the morning have only 3/4 of tank in the morning. This also explains my bad MPG. This is a safety issue so don’t take lightly.

So, did you actually receive your recall notice? Was your tank replaced and if so how long did the dealer have your truck?

 

[Mav2Scamp]

So, did you actually receive your recall notice? Was your tank replaced and if so how long did the dealer have your truck?

I actually took it in for a paint defect and door handle sensor issue and they checked for the recall. The dealer still has my Maverick and its now been 30 days and still no replacement fuel tank.

 

[The Weatherman]

I actually took it in for a paint defect and door handle sensor issue and they checked for the recall. The dealer still has my Maverick and its now been 19 days and still no replacement fuel tank.

Sorry to hear that. I almost took mine in for an issue with hood alignment (that I created) and thought they might be required to keep it, if it hit their service department. So I canceled the appointment and had a friend of mine help me adjust it and the MRT struts we were having trouble with.

My truck is part of both recalls, but I have not seen any leakage nor smelled any gas so I’m going to avoid the dealer like the plague until they get material on hand to fix it, if need be.

 

[Sleepyalero]

does this affect all trucks? or only the ones with spray in liner?

 

[The Weatherman]

does this affect all trucks? or only the ones with spray in liner?

Only trucks produced in certain timeframe with SIBL. ~5500.
There is a thread: lookup recall.

 

[SkeeterB]

If you suspect you are involved in the recall and don't smell gas STAY AWAY from the dealer. They will have your Maverick for a LONG time.

 

[Mav2Scamp]

Sorry to here that. I almost took mine in for an issue with hood alignment (that I created) and thought they might be required to keep it, if it hit their service department. So I canceled the appointment and had a friend of mine help me adjust it and the MRT struts we were having trouble with.

My truck is part of both recalls, but I have not seen any leakage nor smelled any gas so I’m going to avoid the dealer like the plague until they get material on hand to fix it, if need be.

I didn’t see any leaks or smell any gas either but had holes in my tank.

 

[The Weatherman]

I didn’t see any leaks or smell any gas either but had holes in my tank.

Well that’s not good! But I’ve made it this far (11/3) I think I’ll take my chances.

 

[Hammer]

I didn’t see any leaks or smell any gas either but had holes in my tank.

What was your gas mileage? I’m only getting 20mpg avg for 50/50 hwy/city driving and I’m wondering if maybe I do have a hole in my tank even though I don’t smell gas. I fall under the recall but have not yet scheduled inspection.

 

[bgn]

So far, looks like Ford is playing with people's safety between the time it's taken them to notify people and the complete lack of fuel tanks at dealers.

Not to mention that they didn't catch this until 5500 vehicles were already affected from a lack of training and QA.

 

[Supnotz 97]

I took my Maverick in for the fuel tank recall and I was told that Ford out sourced the spray-in bed liner and the vender used a drill to clean out the holes in the bed and used a drill bit that was to long and drilled holes in the fuel tanks. My Maverick was one of the vehicle’s affected which explains how I topped off my Maverick at night and in the morning have only 3/4 of tank in the morning. This also explains my bad MPG. This is a safety issue so don’t take lightly.

I saw my truck 1/7 and the tank was out on a table, the so called damage was so insignificant I couldn't even tell where they were. I could do more damage with my fingernail, LOL!. No hole what so ever. Theres nine drain holes in the bed right over the tank.
Another thing to remember is these tanks are pressurized !
I don't understand why they can't let us have our trucks (if they don't have a leak obviously) and call us in when they get tanks instead of holding them hostage !

 

[Chris_G]

I saw my truck 1/7 and the tank was out on a table, the so called damage was so insignificant I couldn't even tell where they were. I could do more damage with my fingernail, LOL!. No hole what so ever. Theres nine drain holes in the bed right over the tank.
Another thing to remember is these tanks are pressurized !
I don't understand why they can't let us have our trucks (if they don't have a leak obviously) and call us in when they get tanks instead of holding them hostage !

I can't imagine the dealers want them taking up precious space either.

 

[Aherpa]

I took my Maverick in for the fuel tank recall and I was told that Ford out sourced the spray-in bed liner and the vender used a drill to clean out the holes in the bed and used a drill bit that was to long and drilled holes in the fuel tanks. My Maverick was one of the vehicle’s affected which explains how I topped off my Maverick at night and in the morning have only 3/4 of tank in the morning. This also explains my bad MPG. This is a safety issue so don’t take lightly.

For grins, I went to Ford's build website and built my truck again. The spray-on bed liner is not a option anymore.

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