Defect Description For Recall
Certain Passenger Vehicles Equipped With Zetec Engines, Loose Or Broken Attachments And Misrouted Battery Cables Could Lead To Cable Insulation Damage.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
FOCUS
Year
2000
Recall Campaign Number
02V288000
Component Description
Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery:Cables
Effect Of Defect
This, In Turn, Could Cause The Battery Cables To Short Resulting In Heat Damage To The Cables. Besides Heat Damage, The “Check Engine” Light May Illuminate, The Vehicle May Fail To Start, Or Smoke, Melting, Or Fire Could Also Occur.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Battery Cables For The Condition Of The Cable Insulation And Proper Tightening Of The Terminal Ends. As Necessary, Cables Will Be Rerouted, Retaining Clips Installed, And Damaged Battery Cables Replaced. Owner Notification Began February 10, 2003. Owners Who Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Ford At 1-866-436-7332.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
19990719
End Of Manufacture
20010531
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
291854
Date Owners Notified
20030210
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
20021106
Make Campaign Number
02S41