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2005 Ford Thunderbird and Lincoln LS recall: storage

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on March 18, 2005. It covers about 56 vehicles.

vehicles affected
56
reported
Mar 18, 2005
owners notified
Apr 4, 2005
related complaints
19

Fuel system, gasoline: storage

What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel tank may have a localized thin wall section in the lower half of the tank. The fuel tank may crack creating a potential for a fuel leak and fuel odor. The "service engine soon" indicator may illuminate.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge. The recall began on april 4, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673, lincoln at 1‑800‑521‑4140.

Recall number 05V113000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 19 complaints about fuel system problems.

2005 Ford Thunderbird2005 Lincoln LS

Questions about recall 05V113000

Is there a recall on the 2005 Ford Thunderbird and Lincoln LS storage?

Yes. Recall 05V113000, reported on March 18, 2005, covers about 56 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V113000?

Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge. The recall began on april 4, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673, lincoln at 1‑800‑521‑4140.

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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