Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #13V109000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V109000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting model year 2012 taurus, lincoln mks, and model year 2013 explorer vehicles manufactured july 19, 2011, through march 15, 2012 Includes 3,037 affected units, Fuel Tank may Leak at Seam, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2012 taurus, lincoln mks, and model year 2013 explorer vehicles manufactured july 19, 2011, through march 15, 2012
Defect Summary
Ford is recalling certain model year 2012 taurus, lincoln mks, and model year 2013 explorer vehicles manufactured july 19, 2011, through march 15, 2012. in the affected vehicles, the fuel tanks may have a marginally sealed seam in the side of the tank. as a result, the fuel tanks may not provide the expected strength in the event of an impact. the tanks may also leak.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tanks and replace them as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on may 9, 2013. ford's recall campaign number is 13s03. owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.