The problem
Some of the involved vehicles were produced with an engine compartment wire assembly that may have been routed above the air conditioning suction hose. This hose may push up on the wiring harness causing it to contact the hood prop rod bracket attaching bolt. This could lead to penetration or chafing of the wiring insulation.
The fix
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, correct the wiring harness routing at no charge to owner.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with air conditioning.System: electrical; wiring harness, front underhood.Consequences of defect: if an electrical short results, the wiring harness mayoverheat, creating the potential for a vehicle fire and personal injury topassengers.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Ford, Mercury dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 80V133000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.