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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | ||||||||||||||||
| 94V142000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 02/01/1994 to 02/01/1994 | V (Vehicle) | 17 | 10/07/1994 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 08/01/1994 | 08/17/1994 | 571 | 205 | |||||
| Defect Summary | The windshields were marked with a prototype designation and not marked as required by fmvss no. 205, glazing materials. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Consequence of non-compliance: incorrect labeling of windshield may cause concern or confusion about the prototype designation. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the windshields on the affected vans. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: visual systems; glazing material sticker; fmvss 205.vehicle description: passenger vans.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time free of charge or the remedy does not correct the noncompliance, please contact ford service center at 1-800-392-3673. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - BLOWER | |||||
| 9566 | 03/01/1995 | 39903 | Chirp or squeak noise from blower motor at low speeds. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| 95511 | 03/01/1995 | 39884 | Chirp or squeak from blower motor. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| 9592 | 05/01/1995 | 42077 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| BC4188950401 | 02/01/1995 | 3031600 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | |||||
| 01156 | 08/06/2001 | 623944 | Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc | 10/31/2001 | |
| BC3411972301 | 01/23/1997 | 51458 | Poor heater capability in vehicles during cold weather while the engine is at idle. *jd | 06/27/1997 | |
| BC1021597230 | 01/23/1997 | 51577 | Poor heater capability in villagers during cold weather while the engine is at idle. *jd | 06/27/1997 | |
| VISIBILITY - REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES - EXTERIOR | |||||
| BC1422950906 | 09/01/1995 | 45749 | Vehicle may experience a minor exterior rear view mirror vibration. *tw | 04/25/1996 | |
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||||
| BC2290970501 | 05/01/1997 | 52786 | Front door window binding while traveling up or down. *tw | 09/12/1997 | |
| BC3260950301 | 03/01/1995 | 39194 | Side window latch may not stay in open or closed position. *tw | 03/30/1995 | |
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - MOTOR | |||||
| 95520 | 03/01/1995 | 39889 | Rear wiper motor inoperative or intermittent operation. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| BC4188950401 | 02/01/1995 | 3031600 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | |||
| 10/17/2000 | 2 | 07/01/1994 | |
| There are no rear brake lights on vehicle. consumer has contacted dealer and dealer stated there was a recall for brake lights. *ak consumer was informed that the vin was not included in the recall. windshield sometimes quit working, turning the switch off and on will get them to work again. heat takes about an hour before it gets warm. *jb | |||
| Electrical failures have caused short circuit in both driver's side and passenger's side windows, and rear driver's side and passenger side windows. also, rear defroster and air conditioner did not work. consumer has contacted dealer, dealer unable to determine cause. please provide any further details.*ak | |||
| 02/01/1997 | |||
| Strong gas odor inside of vehicle for the first 10 to 15 minutes of using the heater. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - BLOWER | |||
| 01/01/1998 | 2 | ||
| Heater fan was replaced by dealer, and fan is still not working properly. vehicle was taken back, and dealer infomed consumer that the problem could not be duplicated. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - GLASS, SIDE/REAR | |||
| 01/01/2000 | 1 | 12/01/1999 | |
| Fuel smell inside vehicle, fuel leaking underneath vehicle, rear driver's side window imploded, back vent window fell out of frame. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| The window from the sliding door fell from its support. | |||
| While driving, at approx. 25mph, no impact, suddenly rear window shattered, under extremely cold weather 15 degrees, below zero wind chill. tt | |||
| VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | |||
| 09/02/2002 | |||
| None of four power windows work. contacted dealer. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| Electrical failures have caused short circuit in both driver's side and passenger's side windows, and rear driver's side and passenger side windows. also, rear defroster and air conditioner did not work. consumer has contacted dealer, dealer unable to determine cause. please provide any further details.*ak | |||
| 06/11/1999 | 1 | 08/01/1996 | |
| Fuel tank vent hose hose was leaking, odor especially strong after fill-up. very upset that my ford extended warranty didn't cover it, even though it covers fuel lines and fuel tank. took to dealer; cost $210 to repair. power window control: control for driver's side window quit working. took to dealer; covered under my ford extended warranty. driver's side window operation: window binds when going up; goes up much slower than passenger side window. took to dealer; cost $187 to fix including $82 for weatherstripping! egr system: check engine light came on; diagnostics indicated it was exhaust gas recirculation system. auto mechanic confirmed and isolated it to egr solenoid sensor. haven't fixed it yet due to high cost estimates from dealer. broken crankshaft: crankshaft broke at 20535 miles while driving in entering traffic lane at 5 mph. dealer fixed under warranty. note: all of these items have several technical service bulletins associated with them. also there is currently a nhtsa defect investigation (pe9977 opened 28 dec 99) associated with the fule tank vent hose leakage. i would appreciate any further information nhtsa can provide me about this investigation. | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||
| 2 | 02/01/1997 | ||
| Electrical:numerous problems with door locks activation/windshield sprayer front and rear inoperative/interior lighting controls for ventilation inop., radio&cd player operation intermittent at all times and replaced radio but still had problems getting power to the unit on a regular basis; hydraulic brakes: front brake calipers not functioning fully/rear brakes make grinding noises. exhaust system: check engine light at different intervals due to broken hose between egr valve assembly and intake manifold/o2 sensor replaced due to trouble codes. | |||
| 12/23/1996 | 2 | 02/13/1994 | |
| Rear windshield shattered twice when defroster was used, once causing injury. | |||
| All the windows become fogged up whenever driving, impairing visibility. please describe details. *ak | |||
| In cold, side window fogs up even with the defogger on. dealer told consumer to leave window open. please describe . *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | |||
| 10/17/2000 | 2 | 07/01/1994 | |
| There are no rear brake lights on vehicle. consumer has contacted dealer and dealer stated there was a recall for brake lights. *ak consumer was informed that the vin was not included in the recall. windshield sometimes quit working, turning the switch off and on will get them to work again. heat takes about an hour before it gets warm. *jb | |||
| 11/01/1998 | 10 | 06/01/1998 | |
| Windshield wiper works intermittently. wipers usually works when first turned on but quit without warning. similar problems with recent reports on ford taurus/mercury sable? | |||
| 09/24/1996 | 2 | 07/28/1994 | |
| Whenever it rained outside the windshield wipers did not work. sometimes they would work for awhile and then cut off. switches that were replaced did not repair, final repair of the wiper governor repaired unit. *ak | |||