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NHTSA recall 00V355000

Visibility · Ford Motor Company

November 3, 2000report date
11,400units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: A coolant flow blockage exists at the intake manifold heater core nipple resulting in no coolant flow to the heater and, therefore, no warm air flow from the heater or windshield defroster. Vehicles with this condition do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 103, "windshield defrosting and defogging systems."

Why it matters: Loss of visibility could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Customers will be asked to verify, following instructions provided, that heated air flows from their vehicle's heater/defroster outlets. The customers will be advised to contact their dealers to make arrangements for repair of their vehicles if no heated air flow exists at these outlets.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2000 Ford Mustang Gt.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 00V355000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.