Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The lighting control module in your Crown Victoria or Grand Marquis is a computer that helps control your headlights. In certain 2003-2005 models, this module could fail, leaving your headlights out.
Risk if Unfixed
If the module fails, your headlights won't turn on. This will make it harder for you to see the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the faulty lighting control module with a new one at no cost to you. You'll get a notice with instructions on how to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2003-2005 Ford Crown Victoria and Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured October 3, 2001, to August 2, 2005. The affected vehicles have a lighting control module (LCM) that may fail, resulting in a loss of headlights.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of headlights can reduce driver visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the LCM, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S39.
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