The problem
Some of the suspect vehicles may have been produced with improperly tightened propane fuel system fittings in the engine compartment; fuel leakage could occur.
The fix
Dealer will inspect, replace, and seal certain fuel system connections at no cost to owner.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with optional 2.3 Literliquified petroleum gas (propane) engines.System: fuel; fuel fittings/engine compartment.Consequences of defect: if a propane leak were to occur from such a fittingconnection in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could start causingvehicle damage and serious personal injury.Note: there is a greater risk of fire while vehicle is parked, particularly inan enclosed area where fuel might accumulate.
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 82V031000.
- 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.