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NHTSA recall 04V421000

Fuel System, Gasoline · Ford Motor Company

August 30, 2004report date
88,600units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, contamination of the filter in the fuel delivery module (fdm) can reduce, and eventually block, the flow of fuel to the engine.

Why it matters: This may cause engine hesitation, loss of power, surging, and other similar symptoms. Over time, the filter may become sufficiently blocked to cause the engine to stall, which could result in a crash.

The fix: This action is deemed a safety improvement campaign and is not being conducted under the safety act. All owners will be notified of the problem, and dealers will replace the fdm with a new design at no charge if the owner reports that the vehicle exhibits any of the identified symptoms. The free…

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All model years NHTSA lists

1999 Mercury Cougar, 2000 Mercury Cougar, 2001 Mercury Cougar, 2002 Mercury Cougar.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 04V421000.

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