Recall 08V301000: Fuel Tank Replacement

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Ford/Edge 2008

Lincoln/MKX 2008

MANUFACTURER: Ford Motor Company

MFR'S REPORT DATE: June 30, 2008

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 08V301000

NHTSA Action Number: N/A

COMPONENT: Fuel System, Gasoline: Storage: Tank Assembly

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 142

SUMMARY:
Ford is recalling 142 M/Y 2008 Edge and Lincoln MKK all wheel drive vehicles. The fuel tank weld fixture may have been exposed to a contaminant during production which could cause a dimple in the bottom of the fuel tank at a spot weld.

CONSEQUENCE:
This dimple could result in a fuel leak or a fuel drip from the tank. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

REMEDY:
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during July 2008. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-437-7332.

NOTES:
Ford recall No. 08S06. Customers 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.