2005 Ford Five Hundred, Ford Freestyle and others recall: mounting
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on November 9, 2005. It covers about 123,206 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 123,206
- reported
- Nov 9, 2005
- owners notified
- Dec 1, 2005
- related complaints
- 209
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the straps that secure the fuel tank to the vehicle body may break, causing the fuel tank and fuel tank heat shield to drop on the driveshaft (all wheel drive vehicles) or exhaust system (front wheel drive vehicles).
- Risk
- If this happens, drivers may notice a noise or a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace both fuel tank straps. The recall began on december 1, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673.
Recall number 05V515000
Affected vehicles
- Ford Five Hundred 2005 2005
- Ford Freestyle 2005 2005
- Mercury Montego 2005 2005
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 209 complaints about fuel system problems.
2005 Ford Five Hundred2005 Ford Freestyle2005 Mercury Montego
Questions about recall 05V515000
Is there a recall on the 2005 Ford Five Hundred, Ford Freestyle and others mounting?
Yes. Recall 05V515000, reported on November 9, 2005, covers about 123,206 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 05V515000?
Dealers will replace both fuel tank straps. The recall began on december 1, 2005. Owners may contact ford 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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