Recall 00V-050: 2000 Ford Crown Victoria, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Feb 17, 2000, covering about 39 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-050
Report date
Feb 17, 2000
Vehicles affected
39
Owners notified
Mar 1, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with lower than the intended level of torque on the bolts that attach the air bag electronic crash sensor module to the vehicle.

The risk

A loose module could result in a delayed air bag deployment in the event of a vehicle crash.

The fix

Dealers will tighten the air bag electronic crash sensor attaching bolts.

Notes

All vehicles are either at the st. Thomas assembly plant or at dealerships.no vehicles have been delivered to customers.no owner notification will be required.

Recall details

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentAir Bags › Frontal
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V050000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford Crown Victoria2000All years
Mercury Grand Marquis2000All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 00V-050?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with lower than the intended level of torque on the bolts that attach the air bag electronic crash sensor module to the vehicle.

How is recall 00V-050 fixed?

Dealers will tighten the air bag electronic crash sensor attaching bolts.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.