1998 MERCURY VILLAGER Recalls (2)
- Campaign:
- 97V184001 on 10/29/1997
- Component:
- Electrical system:battery
- Manufactured:
- 08/27/1997 - 09/23/1997
- Affected:
- 6,000
- Defect:
- 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.
- Consequence:
- This condition can cause a catastrophic failure of the battery which could lead to an engine fire or battery explosion.
- Correction:
- Dealers will replace these batteries. until a new battery is obtained, owners should not attempt to "jump start" these batteries.
- Notes:
- 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 1-800-392-3673.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
- Campaign:
- 00V419002 on 01/02/2001
- Component:
- Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
- Manufactured:
- 11/25/1991 - 06/25/1998
- Affected:
- 394,000
- Defect:
- Vehicle description: minivans. the fuel tank vent hose allows air to vent from the fuel tank during refueling. cracks have developed in the vent hose. if (1) the fuel tank is overfilled, not allowing excess fuel in the vent hose to flow back into the tank, (2) the vehicle is driven only a short distance after refueling and, (3) there is subsequently significant heating of the fuel tank, the fuel in the tank can expand into the vent hose and leak fuel.
- Consequence:
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
- Correction:
- Dealers will replace the vent hose.
- Notes:
- Owner notification began february 19, 2001.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 1-800-392-3673.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
1998 MERCURY VILLAGER TSBs (73)
- Bulletin:
- 9831
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Repairs to vinyl covered surfaces. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9833
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Service tips for surface defect removal without repainting. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 98319
- Component:
- 020000 suspension
- Summary:
- Experiencing a rattling noise from rear of vehicle at floor next to sliding door. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 985A5
- Component:
- 034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
- Summary:
- Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9888
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9844
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Some difficulty in matching the texture of the oem anti-chip stone abrasion material to rpair materials when servicing. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9845
- Component:
- 045300 service brakes, air:disc:rotor
- Summary:
- Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9852
- Component:
- 190000 tires
- Summary:
- Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 9864
- Component:
- 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
- Summary:
- Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 98612
- Component:
- 090000 fuel system, other
- Summary:
- Issues concerning the fuel gauge dropping quickly from full to 3/4 and/or the fuel gauge may read 3/4 when full. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 98259
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Some vinyl covered items such as dash panels, door trim panels, consoles, etc., may exhibit a small dent, scuff, abrasion and/ or discoloration resulting from assembly, transit, dealer prep and/or customer usage. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 98203
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Concerns with adhensives not recommended for body panel repairs. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 982010
- Component:
- 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
- Summary:
- Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 982012
- Component:
- 162300 structure:body:door
- Summary:
- Intermittent self-activation of the power door locks may occur on some vehicles. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 982015
- Component:
- 120000 exterior lighting
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble code ( dtc ) 32. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 982016
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Experiencing low or no a/c performance in high ambient temperatures. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 98225
- Component:
- 162300 structure:body:door
- Summary:
- Intermittent self-activation of the power door locks may occur on some vehicles. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 98236
- Component:
- 162300 structure:body:door
- Summary:
- Intermittent self-activation of the power door locks may occur on some vehicles. *yc
- Bulletin:
- 98203
- Component:
- 160000 structure
- Summary:
- Concerns with the potential effects of adhesives used for body panel repairs. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 12623
- Component:
- 063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
- Summary:
- Information regarding exhaust gas recirculation valve (egr) system diagnosis. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 9814
- Component:
- 034530 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
- Summary:
- Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 976011
- Component:
- 070000 fuel system, gasoline
- Summary:
- Experiencing difficulty diagnosing vehicles with evaporative fuel system diagnostic trouble codes. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99816
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Ford motor company now recommends sae 5w-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99129
- Component:
- 353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
- Summary:
- Experiencing a whine / buzz type noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio on vehicles with an in-tank electric fuel pump. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99103
- Component:
- 063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
- Summary:
- On some vehicles the check engine warning lamp may illuminate and diagnostic trouble codes 32, 35, p0400, p0402, p1400, p1401, p1402 or malfunction indicator lamp 0302, 0305, 0306, 0514, 1005 may be stored indicating a malfunction in the ex
- Bulletin:
- 99139
- Component:
- 125000 exterior lighting:brake lights
- Summary:
- Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 6390
- Component:
- 140000 air bags
- Summary:
- Subject regarding air bag system diagnosis. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 12806
- Component:
- 141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing air bag warning lamp indicating a fault in the system. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 996018
- Component:
- 063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
- Summary:
- Brief information regarding exhaust gas recirculation (egr) system diagnosis. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 98-4816
- Component:
- 063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
- Summary:
- Concerns with egr flow malfunction. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 983072
- Component:
- 036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent abs warning lamp concern and trouble codes 41/ 45/ 55/ 63 may be retrieved during a quick test. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 983114
- Component:
- 162500 structure:body:tailgate
- Summary:
- This bulletin mentions the two different cylinders available for replacement liftgate support cylinders. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 983282
- Component:
- 090000 fuel system, other
- Summary:
- Some vehicles with california emissions may exhibit a fuel gage that drops from full to 3/4 very quickly or the gage reads 3/4 when full. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 983310
- Component:
- 022000 suspension:rear
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a creaking noise or low tone rattle noise coming from the rear suspension area. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 9811312
- Component:
- 036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit an illuminated anti-lock brake system (abs) warning lamp and trouble codes 41/45/55/63. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99222
- Component:
- 114000 electrical system:wiring
- Summary:
- Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99194
- Component:
- 034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
- Summary:
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99195
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Service information for musty and mildew type odors coming from the air conditioning / heating system. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99196
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 6995
- Component:
- 141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
- Summary:
- Subject regarding a flashing air bag warning lamp indicating a fault in the system. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 13179
- Component:
- 140000 air bags
- Summary:
- Information regarding srs system diagnosis, air bag warning indication. *mjs
- Bulletin:
- 7264
- Component:
- 180000 vehicle speed control
- Summary:
- Exhibiting an intermittent condition where the speed control will not set or may disengage while driving. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 98161
- Component:
- 105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
- Summary:
- Whining noise from transaxle on light acceleration, tip-in acceleration between 40-64 km/h (25-40 mph)
- Bulletin:
- 98154
- Component:
- 034400 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum
- Summary:
- Rear brakes are binding or overheating after having been serviced. yd
- Bulletin:
- 13368
- Component:
- 180000 vehicle speed control
- Summary:
- Addressing an intermittent condition where the speed control will not set or may disengage while driving. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0015
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
- Bulletin:
- 8316
- Component:
- 353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equipped with compact disc changer may exhibit a 6 disc cd changer that is not ejecting the magazine or is not responding to command from the radio.
- Bulletin:
- 13760
- Component:
- 101000 power train:clutch assembly
- Summary:
- Information regarding the servicing of the forward clutch, which has been replaced by three individual parts. *mjs
- Bulletin:
- 12081
- Component:
- 116200 electrical system:ignition:module
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may display diagnostic trouble code (dtc) 34, or po325 (mil dtc 0304) when testing the electronic engine control system, indicating a fault with the engine knock sensor circuit. *mjs
- Bulletin:
- 12121
- Component:
- 022000 suspension:rear
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a noise concern (s) from the rear suspension when driving on rough roads or during a left turn. *mjs
- Bulletin:
- 5051
- Component:
- 162300 structure:body:door
- Summary:
- Repeat message regarding power door locks self-locking / erratic operation. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 985094
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may display diagnostic trouble code 34, or p0325 (mil dtc 0304) when testing the electronic engine control system. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 985142
- Component:
- 022000 suspension:rear
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a noise concern(s) from the rear suspension when driving on rough roads or during a left turn. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 98-4814
- Component:
- 162300 structure:body:door
- Summary:
- Some 1996-1998 villagers exhibit intermittent self-activation of power door locks. *ak
- Bulletin:
- 98-4815
- Component:
- 162300 structure:body:door
- Summary:
- Some 1996-1998 villagers exhibit intermittent self-activation of power door locks. *ak
- Bulletin:
- 4661
- Component:
- 114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
- Summary:
- Some vehicles with analog instrument clusters may exhibit a concern of a fluctuating or jumping tachometer indicator needle. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99-8-15
- Component:
- 162300 structure:body:door
- Summary:
- Subject regarding door trim panel replacement - service tip. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99111
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Information designed to aid in the diagnosis, testing and repair of noise, vibration and harshness (nvh) concerns. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 991210
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Ford motor company has released a private labeled material to be used for iron particle / acid rain service repairs. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 11778
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Some vehicles with analog instrument clusters may exhibit a concern of a fluctuating or jumping tachometer indicator needle. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14757
- Component:
- 101000 power train:clutch assembly
- Summary:
- Information on servicing the forward clutch. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 01156
- Component:
- 138120 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc
- Bulletin:
- 01157
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc
- Bulletin:
- 01181
- Component:
- 103800 power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start switch
- Summary:
- Brake shift interlock.*jb
- Bulletin:
- 01194
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- This aritlce is to provide information on replacement of old style hood lamp switch to the rvised mechanical hood lamp switch. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0214
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 01246
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0245
- Component:
- 111000 electrical system:battery
- Summary:
- Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 03148
- Component:
- 103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
- Summary:
- New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 02176
- Component:
- 032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
- Summary:
- Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
- Bulletin:
- 02208
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh
- Bulletin:
- 04217
- Component:
- 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
- Summary:
- General power train control module (pcm) programming procedures. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 042107
- Component:
- 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
- Summary:
- General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt
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