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1994 Mercury Capri

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

on certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.

Corrective Action

this could result in an underhood fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a fused wiring harness. owners of the passenger cars included in this campaign will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected as an interim repair. as soon as repair parts are available (expected october 2007), owners will be instructed to return to the dealers for installation of a fused wiring harness. the recall began on august 13, 2007, and mailing completed by september 19, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751.

1993 Mercury Capri

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines

Consequence of Defect

the transmission fluid rubber tube connecting the transmission to the transmission oil cooler located in the radiator can become disconnected from the transmission, resulting in discharge of transmission fluid.

Corrective Action

the discharged fluid could contact the exhaust manifoldor the exhaust pipe, resulting in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will install a revised line and transmission outlet tube.

1992 Mercury Capri

Component

Air Bags

Consequence of Defect

the air bag modules do not meet the ford specifications for high ambient temperature performance.

Corrective Action

at high ambient interior vehicle temperatures above140 degrees, the air bag may tear and malfunction upon deployment.

Recall Notes

replace the air bag modules with modules that meet specifications.

1991 Mercury Capri

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Cooling Unit And Lines

Consequence of Defect

the rubber tube that connects the transmission to the transmission oil cooler (in the radiator) may disconnect causing discharge of fluid.

Corrective Action

discharged transmission fluid may strike the exhaustmanifold or the exhaust pipe and result in a fire.

Recall Notes

install revised line and clamps to improve line retention to the transmission.

1991 Mercury Capri

Component

Air Bags

Consequence of Defect

the air bag modules do not meet the ford specifications for high ambient temperature performance.

Corrective Action

at high ambient interior vehicle temperatures above140 degrees, the air bag may tear and malfunction upon deployment.

Recall Notes

replace the air bag modules with modules that meet specifications.

1986 Mercury Capri

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1985 Mercury Capri

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

the plastic sleeve in the front safety belt tongue assembly which retains the lock bar can deteriorate from prolonged exposure to sunlight and become displaced, causing the tongue to detach from the safety belt webbing.

Corrective Action

if the tongue detaches from the safety belt webbing, thesafety belt would not attach to itself, resulting in increased risk of injuryto the seat occupant in the event of a sudden stop or vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

ford will repair the safety belts experiencing this condition regardless of vehicle age or condition.

1985 Mercury Capri

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum

Consequence of Defect

brake booster rear shells may have reduced wall thicknesses which could cause the shell to break. consequence of defect: repeated brake use could cause the shell to crack and the booster assembly to come apart. service brakes capability would be totally lost without warning and could result in an accident.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

inspect and if necessary replace the power brake booster assembly.

1985 Mercury Capri

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1984 Mercury Capri

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

the plastic sleeve in the front safety belt tongue assembly which retains the lock bar can deteriorate from prolonged exposure to sunlight and become displaced, causing the tongue to detach from the safety belt webbing.

Corrective Action

if the tongue detaches from the safety belt webbing, thesafety belt would not attach to itself, resulting in increased risk of injuryto the seat occupant in the event of a sudden stop or vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

ford will repair the safety belts experiencing this condition regardless of vehicle age or condition.

1984 Mercury Capri

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System

Consequence of Defect

the secondary throttle shaft may, with accumulated mileage, become contaminated and may stick in a partially open position while driving.

Corrective Action

consequence of defect: this sticking could result in a faster speed than intended, possibly resutling in an accident.

Recall Notes

the primary to secondary throttle closure link on the carburetor will be replaced free of charge.

1984 Mercury Capri

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1984 Mercury Capri

Component

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Consequence of Defect

the bolts that attach the d-shaped ring for the shoulder belt are inadequately supported by the material in which they are mounted. the attachment does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages".

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealers will install new attaching hardware to improve the strength of the mounting.

1983 Mercury Capri

Component

Structure:Body:Hood

Consequence of Defect

inadequate clearance between the underside of the hood and the throttle linkage could damage the linkage and prevent the throttle from returning to idle position. this condition is due to installation of the incorrect hood style during vehicle assembly.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

for vehicles that are found to have the incorrect hood, the cut out area beneath the turbo scoop will be enlarged. newly exposed metal will be painted.

1983 Mercury Capri

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1982 Mercury Capri

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1981 Mercury Capri

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1981 Mercury Capri

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

the housing plates on the driver seat back latch recliner assemblies were manufactured with substandard material products. this tainted steel was used to produce seatback latches for both the right and left side seat assemblies. under certain conditions, the defective housing plates may distort, allowing the locking teeth to disengage and tear off. this permits the seatback to pivot backwards.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

upon inspection, both driver and passenger seat latch/recliner assemblies, on vehicles exhibiting the suspect date codes, will be replaced.

1980 Mercury Capri

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1979 Mercury Capri

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages

Consequence of Defect

the involved vehicles were produced with brake push-rod to brake pedal retaining pins which were not heat-treated as specified. this could allow the brake pedal to become disengaged from the push-rod.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the suspect brake retaining pin.

1979 Mercury Capri

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

an incorrect steering gear flange may have been installed, which may slip and cause eventual loss of steering control.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

inspection for and replacement of incorrect steering gear flanges will be done at no cost to owner.

1979 Mercury Capri

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan

Consequence of Defect

with the engine operating at high speed, the plastic engine fan finger guards may contact the engine fan and breakage of the guard may occur. this could cause fragments of the finger guard to scatter.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

two guard supports and two additional fasteners will be installed. if the fan guard has been damaged, the guard and fan will be replaced at no cost to owner.

1979 Mercury Capri

Component

Steering:Column

Consequence of Defect

the tilt steering columns on the involved vehicles contain in-process temporary alignment pins rather than the permanent press-fit pivot pins. the temporary pins are slightly undersized and could separate from the steering column during vehicle operation. this can cause steering wheel lockup.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will install a permanent pivot pin in the steering column without charge to owner.

1979 Mercury Capri

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan

Consequence of Defect

the involved vehicles are equipped with flexible cooling fan blades that may crack when subjected to high engine speed operating conditions. fan blade cracking can lead to fragments separating from the fan.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

the dealer will replace the existing cooling fan at no cost to owner.

1979 Mercury Capri

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1978 Mercury Capri

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1977 Mercury Capri

Component

Power Train:Manual Transmission:Floor Shift Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the gear shift selector lever may break during shifting.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the gear shift levers on all affected vehicles without charge to owners.

1977 Mercury Capri

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1976 Mercury Capri

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1976 Mercury Capri

Component

Power Train:Manual Transmission:Floor Shift Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the gear shift selector lever may break during shifting.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the gear shift levers on all affected vehicles without charge to owners.

1976 Mercury Capri

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Consequence of Defect

certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. the fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

Corrective Action

a leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

Recall Notes

federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during september 2007. owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

1975 Mercury Capri

Component

Power Train:Manual Transmission:Floor Shift Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the gear shift selector lever may break during shifting.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the gear shift levers on all affected vehicles without charge to owners.

1975 Mercury Capri

Component

Equipment:Other:Labels

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1974 Mercury Capri

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1974 Mercury Capri

Component

Equipment:Electrical:Air Conditioner

Consequence of Defect

the air conditioners on some vehicles contain blower motor resistors that may cause overheating of the housing material.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace blower motor resistors with thermally protected fuse-link resistors, without charge.

1974 Mercury Capri

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

the reclining seat assemblies may have a poor quality or a missing weld in the seat back frame. this could cause additional loading on other supportive elements in the seat which could result in loosening and eventual breakage of the seat back.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will make the necessary structural modifications to the driver"s side seat back.

1974 Mercury Capri

Component

Equipment:Electrical:Air Conditioner

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1974 Mercury Capri

Component

Power Train:Manual Transmission:Floor Shift Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the gear shift selector lever may break during shifting.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the gear shift levers on all affected vehicles without charge to owners.

1974 Mercury Capri

Component

Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1973 Mercury Capri

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

the reclining seat assemblies may have a poor quality or a missing weld in the seat back frame. this could cause additional loading on other supportive elements in the seat which could result in loosening and eventual breakage of the seat back.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will make the necessary structural modifications to the driver"s side seat back.

1973 Mercury Capri

Component

Power Train:Manual Transmission:Floor Shift Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the gear shift selector lever may break during shifting.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the gear shift levers on all affected vehicles without charge to owners.

1973 Mercury Capri

Component

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Linkages

Consequence of Defect

the wiper arms could separate from the pivot shafts, rendering the wipers inoperative.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the windshield wiper arms, pivot assemblies and certain wiper linkage components without charge to owner.

1972 Mercury Capri

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

the reclining seat assemblies may have a poor quality or a missing weld in the seat back frame. this could cause additional loading on other supportive elements in the seat which could result in loosening and eventual breakage of the seat back.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will make the necessary structural modifications to the driver"s side seat back.

1972 Mercury Capri

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

the headlamp switches on the involved vehicles may fail without warning and cause loss of vehicle instrument and road lights.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the headlamp switch with one of a corrected design.

1972 Mercury Capri

Component

Power Train:Manual Transmission:Floor Shift Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the gear shift selector lever may break during shifting.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the gear shift levers on all affected vehicles without charge to owners.

1972 Mercury Capri

Component

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Linkages

Consequence of Defect

the wiper arms could separate from the pivot shafts, rendering the wipers inoperative.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the windshield wiper arms, pivot assemblies and certain wiper linkage components without charge to owner.

1972 Mercury Capri

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1971 Mercury Capri

Component

Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

Consequence of Defect

the reclining seat assemblies may have a poor quality or a missing weld in the seat back frame. this could cause additional loading on other supportive elements in the seat which could result in loosening and eventual breakage of the seat back.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will make the necessary structural modifications to the driver"s side seat back.

1971 Mercury Capri

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch

Consequence of Defect

the headlamp switches on the involved vehicles may fail without warning and cause loss of vehicle instrument and road lights.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the headlamp switch with one of a corrected design.

1971 Mercury Capri

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1971 Mercury Capri

Component

Power Train:Manual Transmission:Floor Shift Assembly

Consequence of Defect

the gear shift selector lever may break during shifting.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the gear shift levers on all affected vehicles without charge to owners.

1971 Mercury Capri

Component

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Linkages

Consequence of Defect

the wiper arms could separate from the pivot shafts, rendering the wipers inoperative.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

dealer will replace the windshield wiper arms, pivot assemblies and certain wiper linkage components without charge to owner.

1971 Mercury Capri

Component

Steering:Wheel And Handle Bar

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes