The problem
The flexible blade engine cooling fan blades may crack and break off. This may be caused by high blade stresses that can result from vibration during vehicle operation.
The fix
Dealer will replace the defective engine cooling fan at no cost to owner.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 2.8 Liter engines andoptional air conditioning.System: engine; engine cooling fan.Consequences of defect: a blade fragment may separate from the fan assemblywithout prior warning. A broken blade or fragment may damage under-hoodcomponents.Note: if the hood is open when blade separation occurs, persons near thevehicle could be seriously injured.
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 83V025000.
- 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.