Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #05V518000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05V518000 by Ford Motor Company. Includes 98,836 affected units, POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles, the battery cable includes a fusible link that may contact and subsequently chafe on a #2 cross member attaching bolt.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the fusible link and position it away from the cross member bolt. if the fusible link has already chafed and copper wires have been exposed, the fusible link will be replaced. the recall began on november 18, 2005. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673, or lincoln/mercury at 1-800-521-4140.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05V518000

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Report Received Date: 2005-11-09T00:00:00

Subject: Positive battery cable

Component: Electrical System

Potentially Affected Units: 98,836

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 05S38

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain passenger vehicles, the battery cable includes a fusible link that may contact and subsequently chafe on a #2 cross member attaching bolt.

Consequence Summary: This condition may result in heat damage and could lead to a fire.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the fusible link and position it away from the cross member bolt. if the fusible link has already chafed and copper wires have been exposed, the fusible link will be replaced. the recall began on november 18, 2005. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673, or lincoln/mercury at 1-800-521-4140.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 05V518000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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