Defect Description For Recall
Ford Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2012 Taurus, Lincoln Mks, And Model Year 2013 Explorer Vehicles Manufactured July 19, 2011, Through March 15, 2012. In The Affected Vehicles, The Fuel Tanks May Have A Marginally Sealed Seam In The Side Of The Tank. As A Result, The Fuel Tanks May Not Provide The Expected Strength In The Event Of An Impact. The Tanks May Also Leak.
Make Of Vehicle
LINCOLN
Model Of Vehicle
MKS
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
13V109000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
Effect Of Defect
A Fuel Leak In The Presence Of An Ignition Source May Result In A Fire.
Fix Defect
Ford Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Fuel Tanks And Replace Them As Necessary, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On May 9, 2013. Ford’S Recall Campaign Number Is 13S03. Owners May Contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center At 1-866-436-7332.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
20110719
End Of Manufacture
20120315
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3037
Date Owners Notified
20130509
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
20130327
Make Campaign Number
13S03