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Ford recall: 465,000 vehicles could have fuel leaks. Are you affected?

Ford recall involves about 465,000 cars and SUVs. The company says the Ford recall is due to fuel leaks in several of its 2013 models.

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The Ford logo is displayed on the grill of a 2013 F-350 truck in February at the Pittsburgh Auto Show. A Ford recall includes 465,000 cars and SUVs with possible fuel leaks.
  • By The Associated Press

| Detroit

Ford is recalling about 465,000 cars and SUVs because the fuel tanks can leak and cause fires.

The global recall affects the Ford brand's Fusion, Explorer, Taurus, Flex, Police Utility and Police Interceptor. Also covered are the Lincoln MKS, MKT and MKZ. All the vehicles are from the 2013 model year.

Ford says a connector from the fuel tank to the fuel line is the source of the leak. Customers could smell gas or see a leak on the ground. The company says no fires or crashes have been reported because of the problem.

Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, which includes the connector, a Ford spokeswoman said.

About 390,000 of the vehicles are in the U.S., with another 23,000 in Canada and 7,600 in Mexico. The rest are in Europe, South America, Asia and other areas.

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