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Vehicle recall 94V154000 · August 15, 1994

Ford L800, L900 and 1 more model

The labels reminding operators closing the fuel tank crossover valves to reopen the valves before operating the engines were omitted.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
The labels reminding operators closing the fuel tank crossover valves to reopen the valves before operating the engines were omitted. If the tanks are over half full and vehicle operation was resumed without reopening the fuel tank cross-over valves, pressure could build in one of the tanks.
Consequence
Pressure build-up could result in rupture of a fuel tank and spilling diesel fuel, which can cause a fire.
Remedy
Owners will be mailed a pair of labels and installation instructions. If the owner prefers, a dealer can install the labels.
Notes
System: fuel; fuel tank assembly.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with detroit diesel series 60ENGINES.NOTE: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact Ford service center at 1-800-392-3673. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
94V154000
Reported to NHTSA
August 15, 1994
Filed by
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Owner notification
November 4, 1994
Vehicles potentially affected
3,200
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Recall 94V154000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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