Recall 02V-288
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 2000 to 2001 Ford Focus: Electrical system (12v/24v/48v battery, cables).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 02V-288
- Reported
- November 6, 2002
- Vehicles affected
- 291,854 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with zetec engines, loose or broken attachments and misrouted battery cables could lead to cable insulation damage.
The risk
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.
The fix
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-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Ford Focus 2000 to 2001