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2003 SATURN L200

CE113 license plate is registered to a 2003 SATURN L200 in Rhode Island state. This SATURN L200 is a Sedan/Saloon and is manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC.
Body Class Sedan/Saloon
Vehicle Type PASSENGER CAR
Manufacturer GENERAL MOTORS LLC
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AirBagLocFront 1st Row (Driver & Passenger)
AirBagLocSide 1st Row (Driver & Passenger)
BodyClass Sedan/Saloon
DisplacementCC 2200.0
DisplacementCI 134.25223700841
DisplacementL 2.2
Doors 4
EngineConfiguration In-Line
EngineCylinders 4
EngineModel L61
ErrorCode 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
FuelInjectionType Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Make SATURN
Manufacturer GENERAL MOTORS LLC
ManufacturerId 984
Model L200
ModelYear 2003
NCSABodyType 4-door sedan, hardtop
NCSAMake Saturn
NCSAModel LS
OtherEngineInfo Name Plate: Chevrolet, Pontiac, Saturn, Oldsmobile
PlantCity Wilmington
PlantCompanyName Saturn
PlantCountry United States (USA)
PlantState Delaware
SeatBeltsAll Manual
TransmissionStyle Automatic
ValveTrainDesign Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
VehicleType PASSENGER CAR

2011 FORD Fusion

CE113 license plate is registered to a 2011 FORD Fusion in Rhode Island state. This FORD Fusion is a Sedan/Saloon and is manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY, MEXICO.
Body Class Sedan/Saloon
Vehicle Type PASSENGER CAR
Manufacturer FORD MOTOR COMPANY, MEXICO
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AirBagLocFront 1st Row (Driver & Passenger)
AirBagLocSide 1st & 2nd Rows
BodyClass Sedan/Saloon
DisplacementCC 3500.0
DisplacementCI 213.58310433156
DisplacementL 3.5
Doors 4
DriveType FWD/Front Wheel Drive
EngineConfiguration V-Shaped
EngineCylinders 6
EngineHP 263
EngineKW 196.1191
EngineManufacturer Ford
ErrorCode 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
FuelTypePrimary Gasoline
Make FORD
Manufacturer FORD MOTOR COMPANY, MEXICO
ManufacturerId 979
Model Fusion
ModelYear 2011
NCSABodyType 4-door sedan, hardtop
NCSAMake Ford
NCSAModel Fusion
OtherEngineInfo Displacement is 3.5L 4V.
PlantCity Hermosillo
PlantCompanyName Hermosillo
PlantCountry Mexico
SeatBeltsAll Manual
TPMS Direct
Trim Sport FWD
VehicleType PASSENGER CAR

1996 FORD Contour

CE113 license plate is registered to a 1996 FORD Contour in Rhode Island state. This FORD Contour is a Sedan/Saloon and is manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY, USA.
Body Class Sedan/Saloon
Vehicle Type PASSENGER CAR
Manufacturer FORD MOTOR COMPANY, USA
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AirBagLocFront 1st Row (Driver & Passenger)
BodyClass Sedan/Saloon
DisplacementCC 2500.00, 2539.994920
DisplacementCI 152.559360236830, 155
DisplacementL 2.50, 2.539994920
Doors 4
EngineConfiguration V-Shaped
EngineCylinders 6
EngineHP To 170
EngineManufacturer Ford
ErrorCode 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
FuelTypePrimary Gasoline
Make FORD
Manufacturer FORD MOTOR COMPANY, USA
ManufacturerId 976
Model Contour
ModelYear 1996
NCSABodyType 4-door sedan, hardtop
NCSAMake Ford
NCSAModel Contour
Note Body Code: FA
OtherEngineInfo Fuel Injection Type: Electronic Fuel Injection
OtherRestraintSystemInfo Seat Belts: Active Belts( all designated positions with 3-point belts in all outboard positions)
PlantCity Kansas City, Claycomo
PlantCountry United States (USA)
PlantState Missouri
SeatBeltsAll Automatic
Trim GL
ValveTrainDesign Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
VehicleType PASSENGER CAR
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SATURN L200 2003
1. EXTERIOR LIGHTING : BRAKE LIGHTS
Component Description EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20020201
End Date Of Manufacturing 20030630
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 291652
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20051017
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg General Motors LLC
Report Received Date 20050602
Record Creation Date 20050602
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary ON CERTAIN SEDANS AND WAGONS, THE PLASTIC HOUSING IN THE REAR TAIL LAMP ASSEMBLY CAN BECOME DISTORTED IF THE BRAKE LAMPS REMAIN ON FOR AN EXTENDED TIME.
Consequence Summary THIS CAN CAUSE (1) AN INTERMITTENTLY INOPERATIVE BRAKE/TAIL LAMP BULB OR (2) A SHORT CIRCUIT THAT OPENS A FUSE CAUSING INOPERATIVE BRAKE LAMPS (INCLUDING THE CENTER HIGH-MOUNTED STOP LAMP) OR TAIL LAMPS. A FOLLOWING DRIVER MAY NOT KNOW WHEN THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN APPLIED, AND A REAR-END CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL INSTALL TWO NEW TAIL LAMP REINFORCING SOCKET ADAPTERS AND SOCKETS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 17, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876.
Recall Notes GM RECALL NO. 05052.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.
2. SEAT BELTS
Component Description SEAT BELTS
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20020601
End Date Of Manufacturing 20030630
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 20701
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20050425
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg General Motors LLC
Report Received Date 20050420
Record Creation Date 20050420
Regulation Part Number 571
Defect Summary CERTAIN WAGONS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES." THE SEAT BELT ANCHOR MAY SEPARATE FROM THE FLOOR OF THE VEHICLE BEFORE HOLDING THE REQUIRED TEST LOAD FOR THE REQUIRED TIME.
Consequence Summary IF A SEPARATION OCCURRED IN CRASH, THE RIGHT AND CENTER REAR SEAT OCCUPANTS MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REAR SEAT CENTER BELT ANCHOR REINFORCEMENT PLATE TO THE FLOOR PAN OF THE VEHICLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 25, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876.
Recall Notes GM RECALL NO. 05041. 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.
3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM : IGNITION : MODULE
Component Description ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19990613
End Date Of Manufacturing 20000723
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 239993
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20030701
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg General Motors LLC
Report Received Date 20030623
Record Creation Date 20030623
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.2L L4 (L61) ENGINES, A FAILURE OF THE IGNITION CONTROL MODULE MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION IN IDLE QUALITY, REDUCTION IN OVERALL ENGINE POWER, AND THE VEHICLE MAY BE HARD TO START. CONTINUED OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE AFTER SUCH AN IGNITION MODULE FAILURE WILL RESULT IN THE "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" LIGHT FLASHING, AND MAY LEAD TO SECONDARY FAILURES OF THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER, OXYGEN SENSOR, AND EXHAUST RESONATOR.
Consequence Summary FAILURE OF THE RESONATOR WILL CAUSE INCREASED EXHAUST NOISE. PROLONGED OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE FOLLOWING A RESONATOR FAILURE MAY LEAD TO A FIRE.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL (1) REPLACE THE IGNITION CONTROL MODULE, (2) REPLACE THE IGNITION CONTROL MODULE AND SPARK PLUGS, OR (3) REPLACE THE IGNITION CONTROL MODULE, SPARK PLUGS, AND UPDATE THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE CALIBRATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SATURN AT 1-800-553-6000, PROMPT 3.
Recall Notes GM RECALL NO. 03033/SATURN RECALL NO. 03-C-06.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
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FORD Fusion 2011
1. AIR BAGS : PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL
Component Description AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report Ford Motor Company
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20080703
End Date Of Manufacturing 20120729
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 782384
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20190213
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 20190107
Record Creation Date 20190131
Regulation Part Number sl1
Defect Summary Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Ford is recalling certain 2011 Ford Ranger and Mercury Milan vehicles, 2011-2012 Ford Fusion and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles and 2011-2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Ford is also recalling certain 2010 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles, 2010-2011 Ford Ranger and Mercury Milan vehicles, 2010-2012 Ford Fusion and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles, and 2010-2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Consequence Summary An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Summary Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall 19S01.
Recall 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.safercar.gov.
2. AIR BAGS : PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL
Component Description AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report Ford Motor Company
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20050510
End Date Of Manufacturing 20110604
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 1892343
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20180202
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 20160531
Record Creation Date 20160531
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Ford Ranger vehicles, 2006-2011 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles, 2007-2010 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX vehicles, 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles, and 2005-2011 Ford Mustang vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Ford is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Ford Ranger, Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles, 2006-2008 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles, 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles and 2005-2008 Ford Mustang vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Any vehicle not included in "Zone A", or "Zone B" is not included in the safety recall. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Consequence Summary An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Summary Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Ford mailed interim letters informing owners that parts are not yet available on July 15, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S01.
Recall 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.safercar.gov.
3. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE : STORAGE : AUXILLARY TANK
Component Description FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report Ford Motor Company
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20080721
End Date Of Manufacturing 20110304
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 411205
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20160115
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 20151124
Record Creation Date 20151124
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured July 21, 2008, to March 4, 2011, and 2010-2011 Mercury Milan vehicles manufactured July 23, 2008, to December 10, 2010. The affected vehicles have fuel vapor canisters whose purge valves may not operate properly resulting in abnormal pressure changes in the fuel tank.
Consequence Summary The pressure changes may cause the tank to crack and leak fuel. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Summary Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle powertrain control modules and inspect the vehicle for any diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) for this issue and perform a leak test on the Canister Purge Valve (CPV). The fuel tank will be inspected for cracks. The CPV and fuel tank will be replaced as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on January 15, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S34.
Recall 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.safercar.gov.
4. STEERING : ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Component Description STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report Ford Motor Company
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20100907
End Date Of Manufacturing 20120228
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 393623
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20150721
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 20150602
Record Creation Date 20150602
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford Fusion vehicles without a 3.5L engine and Lincoln MKZ hybrid electric vehicles, 2011 Mercury Milan vehicles, 2011-2012 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine and 2013 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with any available engine. The affected vehicles have electric power steering assist systems that may shut down as a result of a steering motor sensor fault.
Consequence Summary If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Summary Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC). If dealers find any loss of steering assist DTCs, the steering gear will be replaced, free of charge. If, no codes are found during the PSCM inspection, the PSCM software will be updated, free of charge. The recall began on July 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S18.
Recall 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.safercar.gov.
5. EQUIPMENT
Component Description EQUIPMENT
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report Ford Motor Company
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20071109
End Date Of Manufacturing 20101031
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 82579
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20140726
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 20140529
Record Creation Date 20140530
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain all weather driver side accessory floor mats sold for use in model year 2006-2011 Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2007-2011 Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured November 9, 2007, through October 31, 2010. The affected floor mats may move and possibly interfere with the accelerator pedal.
Consequence Summary The floor mat could shift such that it could interfere with the accelerator pedal, preventing its return to an idle position, which could result in unintended vehicle speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Summary Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement mats, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Ford's customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S07. NOTE: Vehicles built after October 31, 2010, while potentially equipped with the same floor mats, are equipped with a Brake Over Accelerator (BOA) feature that prevents simultaneous accelerator and brake application, allowing the vehicle to be safely stopped by pressing firmly and steadily on the brake pedal.
Recall 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.safercar.gov.
6. WHEELS : LUGS / NUTS / BOLTS
Component Description WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 20090401
End Date Of Manufacturing 20090430
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 128616
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20120118
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 20111207
Record Creation Date 20111208
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 FORD FUSION AND MERCURY MILAN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 17 INCH STEEL WHEELS AND BUILT FROM APRIL 1, 2009, THROUGH APRIL 30, 2009, AND FROM DECEMBER 1, 2009, THROUGH NOVEMBER 13, 2010. THE WHEEL STUDS MAY FRACTURE, POTENTIALLY CAUSING A WHEEL TO SEPARATE.
Consequence Summary WHILE DRIVING, MULTIPLE STUD FRACTURES COULD OCCUR AT THE WHEEL LOCATION, AND THE OPERATOR MAY EXPERIENCE VEHICLE VIBRATION AND/OR WHEEL SEPARATION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR BRAKE DISC SURFACE FOR FLATNESS AND REPLACE THE DISCS AS NECESSARY. ADDITIONALLY, THE WHEEL LUG NUTS WILL BE REPLACED ON ALL FOUR WHEELS. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT JANUARY 24, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.
Recall Notes FORD'S RECALL NUMBER IS 11S23.OWNERS 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 <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
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FORD Contour 1996
1. SUSPENSION
Component Description SUSPENSION
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FEDERAL-MOGUL CHASSIS PRODUCTS
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 0
End Date Of Manufacturing 0
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 6903
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20080522
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 20080414
Record Creation Date 20080417
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
Consequence Summary THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
Recall Notes THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BY THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS.CUSTOMERS MAY 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.
2. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Component Description SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BRAKE PARTS, INC.
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 0
End Date Of Manufacturing 0
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 7440
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20060320
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 20060313
Record Creation Date 20060313
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT BRAKE CYLINDERS FOR CERTAIN FORD, DAIMLERCHRYSLER, AND JEEP PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE BRAKE CYLINDERS WERE SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF NAPA, RAYBESTOS, AIMCO, AC DELCO, CARQUEST, BENDIX, AND WAGNER. ONLY PRODUCTS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 27, 2005 THROUGH JANUARY 17, 2006 (DATE CODES 0529 THROUGH 0602) ARE SUBJECT TO THIS RECALL. WHEN SUBJECT TO VERY COLD TEMPERATURES, AN INTERNAL SEAL IN THE MASTER CYLINDER COULD LOSE FLEXIBILITY AND MAY CAUSE BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK.
Consequence Summary LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN LEAD TO A DECREASE IN BRAKE LINE PRESSURE AND AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE, WHICH CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary AFFINIA (BRAKE PARTS, INC.) WILL REPLACE THE SUBJECT BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS CAN CONTACT AFFINA GROUP CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-323-0354.
Recall Notes THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET NAPA, RAYBESTOS, AC DELCO, AIMCO, CARQUEST, AND BENDIX BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON DAIMLERCHRYSLER OR FORD VEHICLES.CUSTOMERS MAY 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.
3. VISIBILITY : DEFROSTER / DEFOGGER SYSTEM : WINDSHIELD : CONTROLS / WIRING
Component Description VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:CONTROLS/WIRING
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19940801
End Date Of Manufacturing 19970207
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 566979
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20010829
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 20010709
Record Creation Date 20010719
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 1995-1997 FORD CONTOUR AND MERCURY MYSTIQUE VEHICLES. THE HEATER BLOWER RESISTOR COULD OVERHEAT CAUSING THE ATTACHED ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR TO MELT.
Consequence Summary THIS COULD CREATE THE POTENTIAL FOR A FIRE.
Corrective Summary FORD WILL PROVIDE ADDITIONAL WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR THE HEATER BLOWER SWITCH FOR 10 YEARS FROM ORIGINAL DATE OF SALE OF THE VEHICLE OR 150,000 MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW HEATER BLOWER RESISTOR AND A NEW WIRE JUMPER HARNESS FREE OF CHARGE.
Recall Notes FORD HAS DECIDED TO CONDUCT AN EXTENDED COVERAGE PROGRAM TO EXTEND THE WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR POTENTIAL HEATHER BLOWER RESISTOR PROBLEMS. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FORD AT1-866-436-7332, CONCERNING THIS PROGRAM.
4. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Component Description ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19960601
End Date Of Manufacturing 19980531
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 342962
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20010829
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 20010709
Record Creation Date 20010713
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary ON CERTAIN MY 1996-1998 PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT AT THE KANSAS CITY, CUAUTITLAN ASSEMBLY PLANTS OR ON MY 1999 PASSENGER VEHCLES BUILT AT THE AUTOMOTIVE ALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL ASSEMBLY PLANTS, THE ROUGH SURFACE OF THE HEATER BLOWER RESISTOR'S STAINLESS STEEL BLADES CAN DAMAGE THE COPPER SURFACE OF THE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR. THE DAMAGE COULD, OVER TIME, CAUSE INCREASED RESISTANCE IN THE CONNECTOR AND, DUE TO SUBSEQUENT TERMINAL RELAXATION, RESULT IN AN OPEN CIRCUIT CONDITION.
Consequence Summary THE OPEN CIRCUIT COULD LEAD TO ELECTRICAL ARCING THAT COULD MELT THE CONNECTOR HOUSING MATERIAL CREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A FIRE.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW HEATER BLOWER RESISTOR AND A NEW WIRE JUMPER HARNESS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 29, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
Recall Notes FORD RECALL NO.01S22.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
5. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Component Description ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19940418
End Date Of Manufacturing 19951229
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 262559
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20010205
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 20001106
Record Creation Date 20001107
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 1995 PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 2.0L AND 2.5L ENGINES, AND 1996 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L ENGINES. TIGHTENING OF THE ENGINE COOLING FAN MOTOR BEARINGS, UP TO AND INCLUDING MOTOR STALL, CAN RESULT IN INCREASED MOTOR TORQUE AND HIGHER THAN NORMAL MOTOR CURRENT AND ACCOMPANYING HIGH MOTOR TEMPERATURES.
Consequence Summary OVERHEATING OF THE COOLING FAN MOTOR DUE TO EXCESSIVE CURRENT CAN RESULT IN SMOKE AND ODORS FROM BEARING GREASE, INSULATION AND OTHER INTERNAL MOTOR COMPONENTS. IF ELECTRICAL CURRENT CONTINUES TO BE APPLIED TO THE MOTOR, INTERNAL MOTOR COMPONENTS COULD IGNITE POSSIBLY IGNITING OTHER ENGINE COMPARTMENT COMPONENTS.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL INSTALL A POSITIVE TEMPERATURE COEFFICIENT DEVICE IN-LINE WITH EACH FAN MOTOR. FORD WILL ALSO EXTEND THE WARRANTY ON THE ENGINE COOLING FAN ASSEMBLY TO A TOTAL OF 8 YEARS OF SERVICE OR 100,000 MILES FROM THE WARRANTY START DATE, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST. IF THE VEHICLE ALREADY HAS MORE THAN 100,000 MILES, THIS COVERAGE WILL LAST UNTIL JULY 31, 2001.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 5, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
6. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC : FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Component Description SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19960401
End Date Of Manufacturing 19980824
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 436200
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20001011
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 20000309
Record Creation Date 20000314
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES NOT EQUIPPED WITH THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS). A PRESSURE CONSCIOUS REDUCING VALVE (PCRV) IN THE REAR BRAKES MAY BE SUBJECT TO CORROSION AND RESULT IN MALFUNCTION, WHEN OPERATED IN AREAS THAT USE SALT COMPOUNDS ON THE ROADWAY FOR DE-ICING OR DUST CONTROL.
Consequence Summary IF BOTH PCRV'S MALFUNCTION, VEHICLE HANDLING COULD BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED DURING BRAKING AS A RESULT OF THE REAR WHEELS LOCKING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL INSTALL IMPROVED PCRV'S IN THE REAR BRAKE SYSTEM. THIS RECALL WAS EXPANDED IN SEPTEMBER 2000 TO INCLUDE 1999 AND 2000 FORD CONTOUR, MERCURY MYSTIQUE AND COUGAR VEHICLES.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 3, 2000 FOR THE 1996-1998 MODEL VEHICLES AND ON OCTOBER 11, 2000, FOR THE 1999-2000 MODEL VEHICLES.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
7. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE : STORAGE : TANK ASSEMBLY : FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Component Description FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19960201
End Date Of Manufacturing 19960320
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 22324
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19991011
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 19990913
Record Creation Date 19990923
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FUEL FILLER PIPE VENT HOSE MAY HAVE LESS THAN THE INTENDED LEVEL OF OZONE RESISTANCE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN THE HOSE BECOMING BRITTLE AND CRACKING.
Consequence Summary A CRACKED HOSE COULD RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS BEING FUELED.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUEL FILLER VENT HOSE CONTACTING THE APPROPRIATE BLEND OF PVC AND NITRILE RUBBER.
Recall Notes FORD RECALL NO. 99S24. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 11, 1999.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
8. EXTERIOR LIGHTING : HEADLIGHTS : SWITCH
Component Description EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19950420
End Date Of Manufacturing 19980824
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 605581
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19990716
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 19990505
Record Creation Date 19990510
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TERMINALS AT THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AND WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR CAN EXPERIENCE HEAT DAMAGE AS A RESULT OF OVERHEATING.
Consequence Summary THE DAMAGE COULD RESULT IN DISTORTION OF THE TERMINAL CAUSING AN OPEN CIRCUIT IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATION, PARKING LAMP, AND TAIL LAMP CIRCUITS.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL INSTALL A HEADLAMP SWITCH WIRING CONNECTOR CONTAINING BRONZE TERMINALS AND AN INSPECTION, AND REPLACEMENT IF NECESSARY, OF THE HEADLAMP SWITCH.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 16, 1999. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
9. POWER TRAIN : AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION : LEVER AND LINKAGE : FLOOR SHIFT
Component Description POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19940718
End Date Of Manufacturing 19980112
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 175000
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19981120
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 19980918
Record Creation Date 19980925
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FLOOR SHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL CAN BE DAMAGED IF SUBJECTED TO CERTAIN INTERIOR CLEANING PRODUCTS. THE GEAR POSITION INDICATOR CAN DETERIORATE AND NOT CORRECTLY INDICATE THE ACTUAL GEAR POSITION.
Consequence Summary THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN INCORRECT GEAR SELECTION.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLOOR SHIFT CONTROL.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 20, 1998.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
10. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL : CABLES
Component Description VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19940418
End Date Of Manufacturing 19960815
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 38000
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19980113
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 19971208
Record Creation Date 19971218
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TRACTION CONTROL OPTION. THE THROTTLE CABLES WERE DAMAGED DURING VEHICLE ASSEMBLY LEADING TO FRAYING OR SEPARATION OF THE THROTTLE CABLE.
Consequence Summary THIS CONDITION COULD PREVENT THE ENGINE FROM RETURNING TO IDLE.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE CABLE WITH A REVISED DESIGN THAT IS LESS SUSCEPTIBLE TO BENDING OR KINKING DURING INSTALLATION.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN JANUARY 13, 1998. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
11. FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER : STORAGE
Component Description FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19960418
End Date Of Manufacturing 19961217
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 1800
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19980209
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date 19971117
Record Creation Date 19971120
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: BI-FUEL VEHICLES MODIFIED TO RUN ON EITHER GASOLINE OR COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG). THE NATURAL GAS FUEL TANKS HAVE A SOLENOID SHUT-OFF VALVE THAT STOPS FUEL FLOW FROM THE FUEL TANK IN THE EVENT OF CERTAIN MODERATE TO SEVERE COLLISIONS. IF THE VEHICLE IS IN A COLLISION AND THE NATURAL GAS FUEL LINE IS DAMAGED, THE SYSTEM COULD LEAK NATURAL GAS.
Consequence Summary FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Corrective Summary FORD HAS REQUESTED OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLES TO HAVE THE CNG FUEL SYSTEM DISABLED UNDER A PREVIOUS RECALL CAMPAIGN AND TO ONLY USE GASOLINE FUEL UNTIL A PERMANENT CORRECTIVE ACTION IS DEVELOPED. OWNERS ARE BEING ALERTED TO THIS SOLENOID VALVE CONCERN AT THIS TIME. THE TIMING OF CORRECTIVE ACTIONS IS BEING DELAYED TO ALLOW BOTH CONDITIONS TO BE REMEDIED AT ONE TIME. IN THE MEANTIME, THERE IS NOT RISK AS LONG AS THE NATURAL GAS SYSTEM HAS BEEN DISABLED AND THE VHEICLE IS ONLY OPERATED ON GASOLINE.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 9, 1998.OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN SERVICE KITS ARE AVAILABLE.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
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