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  • 08 Oct 2001FORD MONDEORef R/2001/113

    PARKING BRAKE RATCHET CONCERN

    Defect

    The design of the parking brake ratchet teeth can allow a partial engagement resulting in damage to the tooth which can then slip to the next tooth. If ignored the wear will continue on the next tooth and the efficiency of the parking brake may become insufficient to hold the vehicle in place.

    Remedy

    Replace parking brake lever assembly with one that has a revised tooth profile.

    Vehicles affected
    32,642
    OEM ref
    1C767
    Build start
    01 Nov 1999
    Build end
    01 May 2000
  • 08 May 2001FORD COUGARRef R/2001/047

    BRAKE LAMP SWITCH JUMPER HARNESS CONCERN

    Defect

    Affected vehicles have brass terminal (instead of bronze) in the brake lamp switch jumper harness. This could lead to malfunction of the brake lamp switch.

    Remedy

    Brake lamp switch jumper harness to be replaced on all affected vehicles brake lamp switch to be inspected for heat damage and replaced if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    41
    OEM ref
    1C735
    Build start
    06 Dec 1997
    Build end
    31 Aug 1998
  • 01 May 2001FORD COUGARRef R/2001/046

    BATTERY CABLE AND ALTERNATOR B+ STUD CONCERN.

    Defect

    Battery cable may be misrouted and/or a loose connection at the alternator B+ stud which could cause a risk of an electrical short.

    Remedy

    B+ stud torque to be checked. Battery cable routing to be checked and any damaged cables to be replaced.

    Vehicles affected
    9,447
    OEM ref
    1C731
    Build start
    01 Jan 1999
    Build end
    18 Sept 2000
  • 09 Mar 2001FORD TRANSITRef R/2001/001

    THAT THE SEAT BELT STALKS WILL NOT RESIST PASSENGER ABUSE.

    Defect

    It has been established that the seat belt stalks may fail due to abuse by passengers.

    Remedy

    Replace the seat belt stalks with a stronger design.

    Vehicles affected
    1,146
    OEM ref
    0C697
    Build start
    01 Jan 1997
    Build end
    31 May 2000
  • 22 Jan 2001FORD EXPLORERRef R/2000/153

    FRONT STABILISER BAR LINKS.

    Defect

    One or both front stabiliser bar links may break. Under certain conditions vehicle handling may be affected if one or both of the front stabiliser bar links are broken.

    Remedy

    Both front stabiliser bar links will be replaced with new 10 - millimetre service stabiliser bar links.

    Vehicles affected
    508
    OEM ref
    0C710
    Build start
    01 Jan 1995
    Build end
    31 Oct 1996
  • 17 Jul 2000FORD MAVERICKRef R/2000/070

    BRAKE PIPE MAY CHAFE ON FLOORPAN

    Defect

    The metal brake pipe linking the front brake circuit to the rear brake pressure regulation valve may chafe on floorpan which could over time lead to perforation brake fluid loss and consequential reduced brake efficiency.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles inspect adjust clearance/renew brake pipe as appropriate.

    Vehicles affected
    4,297
    OEM ref
    0C678
    Build start
    01 Jan 1995
    Build end
    31 Dec 1997
  • 30 May 2000FORD MONDEORef R/2000/042

    BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK FROM PRESSURE LIMITING VALVE

    Defect

    Corrosion of the rear brake pressure limiting valve may allow brake fluid to leak from a joint.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace pressure limiting valve.

    Vehicles affected
    160,373
    OEM ref
    0C653
    Build start
    02 Jan 1996
    Build end
    07 Aug 1998
  • 30 May 2000FORD FOCUSRef R/2000/054

    ENGINE MAY CUT-OUT/STALL

    Defect

    Excessive crankshaft end-float may allow the torque converter to contact the crankshaft position sensor. Damage to the crankshaft position sensor may lead to engine cut-out/stall.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles for fitment of a revised crankshaft thrust bearing assembly and a new crankshaft position sensor.

    Vehicles affected
    3,121
    Build start
    01 Aug 1999
    Build end
    23 Feb 2000
  • 20 Mar 2000FORD FOCUSRef R/2000/046

    ENGINE MAY LOSE POWER

    Defect

    Engine may lose power due to a malfunction in the power train control module software.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and re-programme the power train module.

    Vehicles affected
    20,577
    Build start
    01 Jan 1999
    Build end
    31 Jan 2000
  • 20 Mar 2000FORD FOCUSRef R/2000/003

    OIL FILLER CAP MAY BECOME LOOSE

    Defect

    Oil filler cap may become loose resulting in oil dripping onto the exhaust heat shield.

    Remedy

    Replace oil filler cap with a new redesigned version.

    Vehicles affected
    81,256
    Build start
    01 Mar 1998
  • 07 Oct 1999FORD MONDEORef R/1999/084

    DOOR LATCH CONCERN

    Defect

    Some vehicles have been built with door latches which may not be to specification. An internal plastic pawl within the assembly may seize which results in the latch failing to function as designed preventing the door being securely shut.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and fit quality assured replacement door latches.

    Vehicles affected
    32,232
    Build start
    03 Sept 1998
    Build end
    18 Nov 1998
  • 07 Oct 1999FORD FOCUSRef R/1999/084

    DOOR LATCH CONCERN

    Defect

    Some vehicles have been built with door latches which may not be to specification. An internal plastic pawl within the assembly may seize which results in the latch failing to function as designed preventing the door being securely shut.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and fit quality assured replacement door latches.

    Vehicles affected
    32,232
    Build start
    03 Sept 1998
    Build end
    18 Nov 1998
  • 07 Oct 1999FORD COUGARRef R/1999/084

    DOOR LATCH CONCERN

    Defect

    Some vehicles have been built with door latches which may not be to specification. An internal plastic pawl within the assembly may seize which results in the latch failing to function as designed preventing the door being securely shut.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and fit quality assured replacement door latches.

    Vehicles affected
    32,232
    Build start
    03 Sept 1998
    Build end
    18 Nov 1998
  • 06 Apr 1999FORD RANGERRef R/1999/021

    THROTTLE MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE WHEN CRUISE CONTROL IS DISENGAGED

    Defect

    Certain of the affected vehicles could be fitted with a cruise control cable that may interfere with the cruise control servo pulley and not allow the throttle to return to idle when disengaging the cruise control.

    Remedy

    Phase 1 - Write to owners advising them to immediately stop using the cruise control system and offering them the option of dealers disabling the system should they so wish. Phase 2 - As soon as replacement cruise control cables become available recall all affected vehicles for replacement of the cable.

    Vehicles affected
    5,363
    Build start
    01 May 1996
    Build end
    31 Mar 1999
  • 06 Apr 1999FORD MUSTANGRef R/1999/021

    THROTTLE MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE WHEN CRUISE CONTROL IS DISENGAGED

    Defect

    Certain of the affected vehicles could be fitted with a cruise control cable that may interfere with the cruise control servo pulley and not allow the throttle to return to idle when disengaging the cruise control.

    Remedy

    Phase 1 - Write to owners advising them to immediately stop using the cruise control system and offering them the option of dealers disabling the system should they so wish. Phase 2 - As soon as replacement cruise control cables become available recall all affected vehicles for replacement of the cable.

    Vehicles affected
    5,363
    Build start
    01 May 1996
    Build end
    31 Mar 1999
  • 06 Apr 1999FORD F SERIESRef R/1999/021

    THROTTLE MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE WHEN CRUISE CONTROL IS DISENGAGED

    Defect

    Certain of the affected vehicles could be fitted with a cruise control cable that may interfere with the cruise control servo pulley and not allow the throttle to return to idle when disengaging the cruise control.

    Remedy

    Phase 1 - Write to owners advising them to immediately stop using the cruise control system and offering them the option of dealers disabling the system should they so wish. Phase 2 - As soon as replacement cruise control cables become available recall all affected vehicles for replacement of the cable.

    Vehicles affected
    5,363
  • 06 Apr 1999FORD EXPLORERRef R/1999/021

    THROTTLE MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE WHEN CRUISE CONTROL IS DISENGAGED

    Defect

    Certain of the affected vehicles could be fitted with a cruise control cable that may interfere with the cruise control servo pulley and not allow the throttle to return to idle when disengaging the cruise control.

    Remedy

    Phase 1 - Write to owners advising them to immediately stop using the cruise control system and offering them the option of dealers disabling the system should they so wish. Phase 2 - As soon as replacement cruise control cables become available recall all affected vehicles for replacement of the cable.

    Vehicles affected
    5,363
    Build start
    01 May 1996
    Build end
    31 Mar 1999
  • 06 Apr 1999FORD MOUNTAINEERRef R/1999/021

    THROTTLE MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE WHEN CRUISE CONTROL IS DISENGAGED

    Defect

    Certain of the affected vehicles could be fitted with a cruise control cable that may interfere with the cruise control servo pulley and not allow the throttle to return to idle when disengaging the cruise control.

    Remedy

    Phase 1 - Write to owners advising them to immediately stop using the cruise control system and offering them the option of dealers disabling the system should they so wish. Phase 2 - As soon as replacement cruise control cables become available recall all affected vehicles for replacement of the cable.

    Vehicles affected
    5,363
    Build start
    01 May 1996
    Build end
    31 Mar 1999
  • 17 Dec 1998FORD KARef R/1998/115

    REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFICIENCY

    Defect

    Possible loss of one braking circuit due to brake master cylinder failure

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles are being recalled for checking and where necessary replacement of the brake master cylinder.

    Vehicles affected
    1,142
    Build start
    30 Mar 1998
    Build end
    30 Sept 1998
  • 17 Dec 1998FORD FIESTARef R/1998/115

    REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFICIENCY

    Defect

    Possible loss of one braking circuit due to brake master cylinder failure

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles are being recalled for checking and where necessary replacement of the brake master cylinder.

    Vehicles affected
    1,142
    Build start
    30 Mar 1998
    Build end
    30 Sept 1998
  • 14 Aug 1998FORD EXPLORERRef R/1998/060

    ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY JAM

    Defect

    Two conditions have been identified that may inhibit the throttle pedal from returning to its normal idle position. 1) The possibility that a loose or incorrectly located floor mat may interfere with the lower edge of the pedal assembly and 2) A potential foul condition between the engine compartment bulkhead insulation material and the throttle cable.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to fit revised design floor mats and securing system. A revised design quality assured throttle pedal and associated hardware is also being fitted to provide increased clearance between the lower edge of the pedal and the carpet. This recall supersedes R1998/038.

    Vehicles affected
    4,577
    Build start
    01 Aug 1996
    Build end
    27 Apr 1998
  • 09 Jun 1998FORD ESCORTRef R/1998/037

    UNEXPECTED DEPLOYMENT OF PASSENGER AIR BAG

    Defect

    Unexpected passenger air bag deployment due to an electrostatic discharge through the air bag igniter.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and fit ground wire to passenger air bag

    Vehicles affected
    15,780
    Build start
    01 Aug 1996
    Build end
    28 Feb 1998
  • 09 Jun 1998FORD SCORPIORef R/1998/037

    UNEXPECTED DEPLOYMENT OF PASSENGER AIR BAG

    Defect

    Unexpected passenger air bag deployment due to an electrostatic discharge through the air bag igniter.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and fit ground wire to passenger air bag

    Vehicles affected
    15,780
    Build start
    01 Aug 1996
    Build end
    28 Feb 1998
  • 09 Jun 1998FORD MONDEORef R/1998/037

    UNEXPECTED DEPLOYMENT OF PASSENGER AIR BAG

    Defect

    Unexpected passenger air bag deployment due to an electrostatic discharge through the air bag igniter.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and fit ground wire to passenger air bag

    Vehicles affected
    15,780
    Build start
    01 Aug 1996
    Build end
    28 Feb 1998
  • 29 Aug 1997FORD GALAXYRef R/1997/062

    EFFECTIVENESS OF INTEGRATED CHILD SEAT

    Defect

    The child seat upper base frame and inbuilt seat belt retractor assemblies may not meet the appropriate EC crash testing requirements.

    Remedy

    Integrated child seats supplied with Galaxys from Jan 96 to Apr 1997 are being recalled for replacement of the upper base frames with modified versions. In addition belt retractors are being replaced with modified units on integrated seats supplied with Galaxys built between 1st January 1996 and October 1996. Ford are also advising all other Galaxy owners who have purchased the subject seat.

    Vehicles affected
    673
    Build start
    01 Jan 1996
    Build end
    07 Apr 1997

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