This is an ongoing problem . There may be more future failures as the GT ages. I think it would be helpful to have a list of the symptoms, codes and resolutions in one section.
Fuel Filler Neck Issue
- Thread starter STORMCAT
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MAD IN NC
Proud Owner/ BOD blah bla
fuel filler neck problems
when is someone going to come up with a solution for the mickey mouse flapper valve that causes problems for so many gt owners ? can we replace it with a plug. gt guys say that the replacement is the same original part that many owners have replaced numerous times. we need a fix.
when is someone going to come up with a solution for the mickey mouse flapper valve that causes problems for so many gt owners ? can we replace it with a plug. gt guys say that the replacement is the same original part that many owners have replaced numerous times. we need a fix.
BlackICE
GT Owner
I sadly am in CA, any non-OEM fix will have to be CARB approved or it would fail the smog inspection. Going forward the filler will be a PITA. I had to replace one with under 6k miles! The flapper broke "clean off."
PL510*Jeff
Well-known member
I've not experienced any problems with mine at all. With 100's of fill-ups.
The vapor recovery in California can be a bit temperamental, but being both gentle and forceful the seal is made and the gas flows.
Having the flapper/check valve break is not all that common.
The vapor recovery in California can be a bit temperamental, but being both gentle and forceful the seal is made and the gas flows.
Having the flapper/check valve break is not all that common.
centerpunch
ex-GT owner x2
Ford has added this "feature" to several of their mainstream cars- I wonder if there have been some improvements that might adapt to the GT.......
BlackICE
GT Owner
I would hope so, or Ford's warranty costs will go up.
Has anyone had any success getting this covered after 3 years/36000 miles using the extended smog warranty?
spddmnjay
GT Owner
This is where we need Mr. Shadowman to chime in. I'm fairly certain that he would have some ideas up his sleeve. :wink