Ford/fmvss 103/coolant blockage
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 4.6l engines. a coolant flow blockage exists at the intake manifold heater core nipple resulting in no coolant flow to the heater and, therefore, no warm air flow from the heater or windshield defroster. vehicles with this condition do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 103, "windshield defrosting and defogging systems."
Safety Consequence
Loss of visibility could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Customers will be asked to verify, following instructions provided, that heated air flows from their vehicle's heater/defroster outlets. the customers will be advised to contact their dealers to make arrangements for repair of their vehicles if no heated air flow exists at these outlets.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Visibility.
FAQ: Recall 00V355000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V355000?
NHTSA recall 00V355000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on November 3, 2000. It addresses: Ford/fmvss 103/coolant blockage. The recall affects approximately 11,400 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V355000 or the manufacturer campaign number 00S43. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.