The problem
Some of these vehicles may have been built with fuel tanks that have inadequately welded front seams that can leak.
The fix
The dealer will determine if the vehicle was corrected at the factory; if not, the fuel tank will be replaced at no charge to the owner.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 3.8 Liter engines.System: fuel systems; fuel tank.Consequences of defect: leaking fuel, in combination with a source of ignition,could result in a fire and personal injury.Note: the owner should not operate his vehicle until the necessary correctionis made.
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 83V012000.
- 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.