The problem
In the event of a short circuit in the instrument panel, the headlamp and interior illumination control switches could overheat.
The fix
The headlamp switch will be replaced and fuse and fuse panel will be inspected for safe operation.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: lights; headlamps and instrument panel interior control switches.Consequences of defect: overheating could cause melting of the switch, possiblyleading to a fire and personal injury to vehicle occupants.
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 83V055000.
- 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.