The steering shaft in your vehicle is a crucial part that helps you steer. Dorman made some of these shafts between 2014 and 2015, and they might not be attached properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the steering shaft fails on the road, you could lose control of your vehicle, which could lead to a serious crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will swap out the faulty steering shaft for a new one, completely free. This is a no-cost repair and you should schedule it when you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain model Dorman Steering Shafts, part number 425-359, Solutions Steering Shafts, part number 7-0359, and OE Solutions Steering Shafts, part number 425-359, manufactured April 17, 2014, to September 28, 2015. These aftermarket replacement steering shafts are sold for use in 1995-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car vehicles. These steering shafts may separate during operation if the integral fastener is loose or missing and if the interfacing vehicle shaft is compressed in length.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the shafts separate during vehicle operation, a loss of steering control would result, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Original — Remedy
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2015. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492, option 5.
Your vehicle uses a fuel filter to keep dirt and debris out of your engine. The affected filter, made by Purolator, has a design flaw that could cause it to leak fuel if not properly connected.
Risk if Unfixed
If the filter leaks fuel and there's an ignition source, a fire could break out. This is a serious safety risk, especially if you're driving or near an open flame.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty filter with a new one at no cost to you. They'll contact you with a replacement schedule, and you can also call UFI Filters USA at 800-230-5876 if you have any questions.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Original — Remedy
UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.
The fuel tank in your vehicle is a critical component that stores the natural gas. In certain situations, an interior fire could potentially damage the tank's protective coating, weakening its structure.
Risk if Unfixed
If the tank's strength is compromised, it could rupture, releasing gas and increasing the risk of a fire. This could lead to a serious situation with flames spreading to the passenger compartment.
Free Fix
Your dealer will install a protective insulator behind the rear seat to safeguard your fuel tank. This repair is free, and you should contact your dealer to schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN NATURAL GAS VEHICLES, IF A FLAME FROM A VEHICLE INTERIOR FIRE BECOMES LOCALLY DIRECTED AT THE NATURAL GAS FUEL TANK LOCATED IMMEDIATELY BEHIND THE REAR SEAT, THE FLAME COULD DAMAGE THE FIBERGLASS WRAP ON THE TANK WEAKENING THE TANK.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE STRENGTH OF THE TANK IS SIGNIFICANTLY COMPROMISED, IT COULD RUPTURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
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DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN INSULATOR BEHIND THE CURRENT SEAT BACK. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JANUARY 7, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
The fuel tank in your Crown Victoria Police Interceptor is the part that holds the gasoline. Some older models (1992-2003) might not offer enough protection in a rear crash at high speeds.
Risk if Unfixed
If your vehicle is involved in a severe rear crash at high speed, the tank could puncture and catch fire, which could cause serious damage or injury.
Free Fix
Ford will install a protective shield around your fuel tank at no cost to you. They've already had these shields available since October, and you should have them installed as soon as possible to ensure your safety.
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Original — What Happened
IN ORDER TO ENHANCE POLICE OFFICE SAFETY, MODEL YEAR 1992-2003 CROWN VICTORIA POLICE INTERCEPTOR (CVPI) VEHICLES WILL BE EQUIPPED WITH SHIELDS DESIGNED TO HELP PROTECT THE FUEL TANK IN HIGH-SPEED REAR-IMPACT CRASHES. FORD ALSO WILL BE OFFERING AN OPTIONAL TRUNK PACKAGE DESIGNED TO IMPROVE THE SAFE TRANSPORT OF SHARP-EDGED, HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THESE VEHICLES.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
SOME HIGH-SPEED REAR-IMPACT CRASHES HAVE RESULTED IN FUEL TANK PUNCTURES AND FIRES IN CVPI VEHICLES.
Original — Remedy
FORD HAS ADVISED US THAT SHIELD KITS HAVE BEEN AVAILABLE SINCE LATE OCTOBER AND WILL BE INSTALLED ON POLICE INTERCEPTOR VEHICLES AT NO COST. THE OPTIONAL TRANK PACKAGE WILL BE AVAILABLE BY THE END OF 2002. FORD HAS ESTABLISHED A NEW WEB SITE AT WWW.CVPI.COM TO ANSWER ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SAFE USE OF CPVI VEHICLES.
Your vehicle's natural gas tank assembly has a faulty 'T' fitting that could leak fuel when the ignition is on or during refueling.
Risk if Unfixed
A gas leak could cause a fire if it's concentrated in one area and there's an ignition source nearby.
Free Fix
The dealership will replace the faulty 'T' fitting with a redesigned one and test it for leaks, all for free.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN NATURAL GAS MODEL VEHICLES, A T-FITTING THAT CONNECTS FUEL TANKS #3 AND #4 CAN DEVELOP A LEAK WHEN THE SOLENOID VALVES ARE ENERGIZED, SUCH AS WHEN THE IGNITION SWITCH IS IN THE ON POSITION OR DURING REFUELING.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A GAS LEAK OF SUFFICIENT QUANTITY CONCENTRATED IN AN AREA TO CREATE A COMBUSTIBLE MIXTURE AND IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
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DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REDESIGNED "T" FITTING ON #4 FUEL TANK AND TESTED FOR LEAKAGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 13, 2002. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
