Recall 03V-482
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 2000 to 2001 Ford Focus: Fuel system, gasoline.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 03V-482
- Reported
- November 19, 2003
- Vehicles affected
- 671,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is 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.
The risk
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 replacement will be available for a period of 10 years following the original purchase of the vehicle, with no mileage limit. Owner notification is expected to begin during november 2003. Owners should contact ford at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Ford campaign no. 03n01.customers can 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