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2002-2003 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable recall: windshield

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on March 10, 2003. It covers about 67,894 vehicles.

vehicles affected
67,894
reported
Mar 10, 2003
owners notified
Mar 31, 2003
related complaints
342

Visibility: windshield

What is wrong
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 212, "windshield mounting." the windshields may potentially exhibit increased wind noise, water leakage, and squeaks and rattles.
Risk
Potential loss of windshield retention may also reduce occupant protection in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace these windshields. Owner notification began on march 31, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford/mercury at 1‑800‑392‑3673.

Recall number 03V087000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 342 complaints about visibility problems.

2002 Ford Taurus2003 Ford Taurus2002 Mercury Sable2003 Mercury Sable

Questions about recall 03V087000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2003 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable windshield?

Yes. Recall 03V087000, reported on March 10, 2003, covers about 67,894 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V087000?

Dealers will replace these windshields. Owner notification began on march 31, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford/mercury at 1‑800‑392‑3673.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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