Recall 97V-184
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1997 to 1998 Mercury Villager: Electrical system (12v/24v/48v battery).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-184
- Reported
- October 29, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 6,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger mini vans equipped with automotive batteries supplied by gnb technologies. These batteries have a defective negative post that can cause acid leakage and related corrosion damage.
The risk
This condition can cause a catastrophic failure of the battery which could lead to an engine fire or battery explosion.
The fix
Dealers will replace these batteries. Until a new battery is obtained, owners should not attempt to "jump start" these batteries.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification is expected to begin december 1,owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Mercury Villager 1997 to 1998