Defect Description For Recall
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).
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
FREESTYLE
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
05V515000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace Both Fuel Tank Straps. The Recall Began On December 1, 2005. Owners May Contact Ford At 1-800-392-3673.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
20050103
End Of Manufacture
20050621
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
123206
Date Owners Notified
20051201
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
20051109
Make Campaign Number
05S37