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Farber Specialty Ford Transit Recall 23V533: Fuel hose may leak gasoline, creating fire risk

NHTSA campaign 23V533, reported July 31, 2023, 1 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A fuel hose between the inline fuel filter and the Injection Pump Module on this van's Cummins Onan generator may have inadequate clamp force. Over time this can allow gasoline to leak.

A gasoline leak near an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. Owners should take this recall seriously and have the vehicle checked promptly.

The repair is free. An authorized dealer will inspect the fuel hose and clamps and replace them as needed. Owners who received a notification letter, mailed August 24, 2023, can contact Farber customer service at 1-800-331-3188 (recall number PG5215). You can also check your VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 23V533Farber Specialty Vehicles
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Problem
Farber Specialty Vehicles (Farber) is recalling one 2021 Ford Transit van equipped with a Cummins Onan QG 2800i generator. The fuel hose between the inline fuel filter and the Injection Pump Module (IPM) may have inadequate clamp force, possibly resulting in a gasoline leak.
Risk
A gasoline leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Remedy
A dealer will inspect and replace the fuel hose and clamps as necessary, free of charge. The owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2023. Owners may contact Farber customer service at 1-800-331-3188. Farber's number for this recall is PG5215.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Farber Specialty Ford Transit2021