Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E026000 | PRO-A MOTORS, INC. | E (Equipment) | 61944 | 04/03/2006 | OVSC | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/23/2006 | 03/23/2006 | 571 | 108 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled lamp model numbers.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| 09E012000 | SABERSPORT | E (Equipment) | 16270 | 05/11/2009 | OVSC | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 04/07/2009 | 04/07/2009 | 571 | 108 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen.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 http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 09E025000 | DOPE, INC. | E (Equipment) | 42540 | 07/28/2009 | OVSC | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 05/11/2009 | 05/11/2009 | 571 | 108 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | Dope, inc. is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dope, inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. at 1-626-272-1798. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.the list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen. 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 http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH | |||||
| 15119 | 08/01/2001 | 624608 | Information regarding multifunction switch part number clarification. *slc | 11/08/2001 | |
| 00B40 | 04/01/2000 | 613557 | Information regarding multifunction switch replacement. **mr | 07/21/2000 | |
| 99243 | 11/29/1999 | 6090186 | On some vehicles, the front windshield wipers may operate while the multifunction switch is in the off position. *tt | 03/10/2000 | |
| 9912942 | 08/01/1999 | 609029 | Concerns with uncommanded front wiper function activating without command. *tt | 12/07/1999 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||
| 05/10/2009 | 102000 | 1 | |
| There were smoke from steering column. to be exact, from hazards button on top of steering column behind steering. it happened several times but only few seconds and stop. my garage mechanic changed assembly with turn signal wiper switch and i think fixed it. it is scary since it happened while driving high speed. *tr | |||
| 05/27/2005 | 5 | ||
| Dt: contact states the inside lights, windshield wipers, and the power windows would not work. also, the outside light would not go off when the vehicle was shut off, causing the battery to run down. there was a recall on this vehicle regarding the generic electric module, but this specific vehicle does not fall under this recall campaign.*ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | |||
| 02/14/1999 | 1 | 02/01/1999 | |
| Consumer stated there have been numerous problems with the drive train, consumer began hearing an odd n oise in august 2000, and in april 2001, at that time dealer could not duplicate the problem, the dealership however did replace the driveshaft assembly, and the joint assembly spindle-arm, several months later the outer tie-rod ends were replaced, lower steering shaft which was leaking power steering fluid, the power steering pump and the rack and pinion, also parking brake does not release, and the cruise control cable was replaced, the check engine light illuminated.*ak *slc | |||
| 02/01/2000 | 8 | 02/14/1999 | |
| Pe00020, orginial equipment with 1999 ford explorer, tire size p23575r15. while driving the front end shakes very hard, and on all tires there are lumps forming and making a whistling noise. *ak there was a constant noise in the front of the vehicle, dealer has replaced the following to remedy the problem: drivesahft, lower control arms, left upper ball joint, lower steering shaft on two occasions, front shaft, lower ball joints, outer tie rod ends, power steering pump and rack, left upper ball joint and finally the arm bushing that was hitting the frame. brakes were pulsating, dealer machined the front rotors. there was a delay in starting the vehicle, dealer stated this was normal. radio had no display lights, dealer installed a new radio. the rear brake light burnt out, dealer replaced the bulb. the parking brake sometimes would not release, dealer could not duplicate the problem. the check engine light illuminated. the rear wiper was not cleaning, dealer replaced the wiper arm and blade. *slc | |||
| 03/02/1999 | 6 | 02/25/1999 | |
| Brake lights do not stay on when brakes are applied. lights come on, but go back out while brakes are still being applied. dealer has seen vehicle, and said that it is normal. *ak brake switch has been replaced 6 times and power booster has been replaced with no remedies, brake pedal makes a popping noise when released. message center, miles per gallon, is inaccurate and has been replaced, however consumer states it still does not work. rear suspension squeaks and groans over bumps, consumer states there is too much roll stiffness built into suspension, alignment checked and toe set due to vehicle wandering. water leaks inside door frames. automatic transmission is reluctant to downshift unless the accelerator is pressed flat to the floor. inside rear view mirrow mounted too low. consumer states squeaks and rattles show up all the time in the interior of the vehicle, rattles in dash, drivers door area, and b pillar. cd changer jammed twice. limited emblem replaced twice. speedometer reads too fast. *slc | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH | |||
| 05/16/2001 | 1 | 04/15/2000 | |
| Consumer has complained to dealer that steering wheel shakes out of control. steering makes dashboard rumble like front end has hydraulics. turning vehicle right or left, steering shutters hard. consumer would have to add a quart of power steering once a week. dealer found power steering leaking, and replaced rack and pinion and realigned vehicle. on 6-29-01, vehicle was taken back to dealer for still having the problem. dealer found nothing wrong with vehicle. problem has not been remedied. *ak the brake light switch was inoperative causing the brake lights to be inoperative, the brakes squeak and the dealer treated the pads with an anti squeak solution, the a/c blows out warm air due to a leaky compressor and o-ring, the torque converter failed causing the transmission to lock up, passenger side goodyear tire blewout while driving, the window on the right side shakes when going up or down. nlm | |||
| 02/26/1999 | 3 | 02/01/1999 | |
| Brake lights are unreliable and could lead to a collision. in particular, the brake lights may not work during gentle braking or when stopped with foot still on brake pedal. free pedal height is 4.75 inches, brake lights come on at 4.625 inches, go off when any pressure is released above 4 inches. as you can see, anytime the brake pedal comes up between 4 and 4.625 inches, such as when letting up slightly to make a smooth stop, the brake lights are off. i often find myself sitting at stops with my foot on the brake and no brake lights, a very hazardous condition. dealer has replaced switch twice, all three switches exhibit same behavior. on last replacement, dealer said they checked several other explorers, they all do the same. | |||
| The location of the third brake light is too high, and does not have the same visual impact as a more eye level location would have. *ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS | |||
| 09/15/2006 | 99300 | 1 | 10/01/1998 |
| Dt*: the contact stated intermittently, the left turn signal deactivated on its own and smoke came out of the hazard light switch area. the vehicle was not inspected by a mechanic. updated 11/09/06. *jb | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS - SWITCH | |||
| 05/29/2006 | 69725 | 3 | |
| Turned on left turn signal, blinker flashed 3 times then went steady, upon going steady smoke began coming out of the emergency flasher switch on the steering column. car was stopped in traffic when this happened. upon turning signal switch to off position smoke stops. this only happens when the vehicle is stopped and does not happen when left turn signal is activated while the vehicle is moving. is my vehicle going to catch on fire? was there a recall we were not notified of? *jb | |||
| 05/29/2006 | 69725 | 3 | 07/07/2002 |
| While stopped in traffic, turned on left turn signal, the signal blinked 3 times then smoke came from the emergency blinker switch on the steering column and the turn signal became a steady light. i placed the turn signal switch in the off position and turned it back on, same thing happened. however, if i turn on the turn signal while the car is moving, this does not happen. this situation happened 3 times this day and has not repeated. my husband checked the car later in the day and was not able to get this to repeat. *jb | |||
| 10/25/2000 | 10 | 07/01/1999 | |
| While using my turn signals turning left i noticed the flasher on the dash had frozen and that smoke was pouring out of the hazard flasher button and also out of the base of the turn signal stem. this can be repeated almost every time i use the left turn signal. the dealship will be looking at it on 10/27/2000.*ak (dot number: vdhl) | |||
| 09/24/2000 | 1 | ||
| There were no warning lights on the dash when consumer turned on turning signal switch and steering column started smoking, and smoke was coming out of the hazard lights switch. consumer stated smoke stopped when turning signal was turned off.*ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||
| 01/27/2008 | 110493 | 1 | 06/09/2007 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford explorer. while driving approximately 60 mph at night, the headlights failed for ten seconds before returning to normal. the contact notified the dealer, but they could not duplicate the failure. the failure and current mileages were 110,493. updated 02-25-08 *bf updated *jb | |||
| 06/04/2002 | 6 | 01/01/2000 | |
| While driving at night headlights went out. i was able to stop safely only by other vehicle lights. possible problem with auto lamp switch in vehicle. after vehicle sat for a while lights came back on. very difficult to find dash switch and turn on lights while driving in the dark at 65 mph. mr | |||
| Running lights are being used in the evening and are too bright for oncoming traffic. ford explorer is just one example. pontiac cars are just as bad. this is not only a nusance, it is a potential hazzard because it blinds oncoming drivers. how can la | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH | |||
| 04/01/1999 | |||
| The new headlight which the vehicle is equipped, the low bea light is too bright and blinds other drivers. this may result in a crash. the high beam is way too bright. please provide further information and vin#. *ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL | |||
| 09/15/2006 | 99300 | 1 | 10/01/1998 |
| Dt*: the contact stated intermittently, the left turn signal deactivated on its own and smoke came out of the hazard light switch area. the vehicle was not inspected by a mechanic. updated 11/09/06. *jb | |||
| 06/24/2002 | |||
| When putting on turn signal signal started to smoke and caught on fire. contacted dealer, and the dealer was not willing to do anything.*ak | |||
| 01/01/2000 | 1 | 12/01/1999 | |
| Turn signals will not operate when steering wheel is in tilt position . *ak | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - FLASHER UNIT | |||
| 10/05/2002 | 12/01/2098 | ||
| Turn signal failed to work. smoke coming from steering column. possible fire risk? dt | |||
| 08/23/2001 | 1 | 03/01/1999 | |
| While waiting to make a left turn, the flasher turned on solid (no longer flashing) and smoke came out of the top of the steering column at the emergency flasher button. smoke stopped when i returned the switch to the neutral position. right turn position not affected. i replaced the switch on my own - part cost approximately $60.00 and now i understand that some of these were subject to a recall for the same reason (short/electrical fire) that i experienced. i never received a recall notice.*ak | |||
| 07/10/2001 | 1 | 05/01/2001 | |
| When signaling to make a left turn, the indicator light turns on solid (not flashing) and smoke begins to rise from a small opening in the top of the steering column. returning the switch to the nuetral position stops the smoke. this has happened several times in the last month. some 1999 explorers are covered under tsb numbers 00s04 & 00b40 but for some reason my vin does not fall with in the recall. i believe the recall should be expanded to include explorers manufactured around the time of my vin or that use multifunction switches similar to the one in my vehicle. | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH | |||
| 07/10/2000 | 93113 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford explorer. the contact stated that the vehicle began to smoke when the turn signals were utilized. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the multi-function switch was replaced; however, the failure recurred. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign id number 00v072000 and was able to have the multi-function switch replaced again at the manufacturer's expense. the failure recurred a third time, but the manufacturer refused to assume liability since the vehicle was previously repaired. the current and failure mileages were less than 93,113. | |||
| 08/25/2007 | 87455 | 2 | 08/01/2003 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford explorer. while idling at a traffic light, the left turn signal blinked four times and then became stuck in the on position. the contact noticed fumes coming from the hazard light button. the dealer stated that the multi-function switch failed. the vehicle has not been repaired. the current mileage was 87,475 and failure mileage was 87,455. | |||
| 05/29/2006 | 69725 | 3 | |
| Turned on left turn signal, blinker flashed 3 times then went steady, upon going steady smoke began coming out of the emergency flasher switch on the steering column. car was stopped in traffic when this happened. upon turning signal switch to off position smoke stops. this only happens when the vehicle is stopped and does not happen when left turn signal is activated while the vehicle is moving. is my vehicle going to catch on fire? was there a recall we were not notified of? *jb | |||
| 05/29/2006 | 69725 | 3 | 07/07/2002 |
| While stopped in traffic, turned on left turn signal, the signal blinked 3 times then smoke came from the emergency blinker switch on the steering column and the turn signal became a steady light. i placed the turn signal switch in the off position and turned it back on, same thing happened. however, if i turn on the turn signal while the car is moving, this does not happen. this situation happened 3 times this day and has not repeated. my husband checked the car later in the day and was not able to get this to repeat. *jb | |||
| 04/22/2003 | 147000 | 1 | 11/22/1999 |
| After sitting in a turn lane for 2-3 minutes with turn signal on, wisps of smoke began coming from steering column. upon repeating the scenario in driveway same wisps of smoke were observed, and orange glow could be seen inside steering column when looking through cracks around hazard warning flasher button. in both instances, turn signals being turned off stopped the smoke before any damage could be done. vehicle was taken to dealer, and turn signal module was replaced. old part was not returned to me. dealer service manager stated the module had shorted out.*ak | |||
| 08/19/2004 | 83000 | 1 | |
| The rear windshield wiper does not clear the entire window, the left turn signal did not wait until the turn was made before going off. the consumer believes something may have come loose which caused a gas leak while driving. the dealer refused to repair the wiper and turn signal under warranty. *jb *nm | |||
| 02/15/2003 | 1 | ||
| The turn signal shift popped up when the turn signal was used. *jb | |||
| 09/15/2001 | |||
| When using left turn signal there is smoke coming from switch. vehicle not taken to dealer yet. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| The signal light switch will not lock into place, the steering wheel must be in a specific degree of rotation in order for the lever to lock into place. nlm | |||
| 12/01/1999 | 06/01/1999 | ||
| Winshield wipers sometimes go on when turn signal is used. this is distracting and could potentially cause an accident. *ak | |||
| 02/12/2000 | 1 | 08/01/1999 | |
| When sitting at stop with turn signal engaged windshield wipers start without engaging switch. *ak | |||
| 01/23/1999 | |||
| Windshield wipers would go on or off on by themselves. would sometimes stop in middle of operation. vehicle would fail to start if steering wheel is not in correct position. the signal lever will not operate properly if the wheels are slightly turned. *ak | |||
| The windshield wipers come on without manual opreration or when the signal lights are operated. please give any further details. *ak | |||
| Windshield wipers come on when in on/off position, and when using the turn signals. they don't activate when turned on, cause unknown. please give any further details. *ak | |||
| 07/20/1999 | |||
| While driving windshield wipers are inadvertently working.this also happens when trying to use turn signals. *ak | |||
| While driving vehicle & no rain, windshiel wipers came on for no reason. when they are in use, they would fail to work at high or intermittent. the turn signal is erratic. been to dealer & mechanic repaired problem. since then, problem with wipers have reappeared. the parts are on back order. *ak | |||
| 08/27/1999 | |||
| While driving on highway approximately 55mph and when the turn signal is on the windshield wipers run. windshield wipers will come on if vehicle hits a bump in the road. contacted dealer and manufacturer. *ak | |||
| 07/20/1999 | |||
| Windshield wipers are inoperable. when the turn signal is activated the wipers will activate. the dealer has been notified. *ak | |||
| When turn signal is applied or vehicle hits a bump, windshield wipers come on. dealer has not seen vehicle. *ak | |||
| 03/03/1999 | 3 | ||
| Whenever truck is driven there is a tapping noise coming from the engine. the explorer was taken to the dealership 3 times for this problem. the first time dealer stated that the condition was a normal condtion. second time the exhaust bolts were replaced. the third time the egr valve was replaced. the truck is still being serviced for the condition. windshield wipers come on by themselves due to electrical short in the multi-function switch. *ak | |||
| Turn signals and the windshield wipers share the same multi- functional switch. when applying the right or left turn signal, the windshield wipers come on. please give any further details. *ak | |||
| 10/01/1998 | |||
| Windshield wipers activate without being turned on, seemingly in conjunction with having turned, or using turn signals. *ak | |||
| Intermittently when the turn signal is activated windshield wipers come on. recently windshield wipers have intermittently come on . the dealer has been notified. *ak | |||
| 06/18/1999 | 12/01/1998 | ||
| Multi-turn function turn signal/ windshield washer, intermittent wiper and high-beam malfunctions. washers fails to activate when stalk is pushed in for washer request (eventually washer will function after several pushes washer pump not broken), activating turn signal(s) activates windshield wiper (activating turn signal should not turn your wipers on), wipers turn on without user intervention (wipers turn on by themself) *ak | |||