Recall 05V-515: 2005 Ford Five Hundred, 2005 Ford Freestyle and 1 more
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Nov 9, 2005, covering about 123,206 vehicles.
The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, the straps that secure the fuel tank to the vehicle body may break, causing the fuel tank and fuel tank heat shield to drop on the driveshaft (All wheel drive vehicles) or exhaust system (Front wheel drive vehicles).
The risk
If this happens, drivers may notice a noise or a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace both fuel tank straps. The recall began on december 1, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes
Ford recall no. 05s37.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Mounting |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V515000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Five Hundred | 2005 | All years |
| Ford Freestyle | 2005 | All years |
| Mercury Montego | 2005 | All 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 05V-515?
On certain passenger vehicles, the straps that secure the fuel tank to the vehicle body may break, causing the fuel tank and fuel tank heat shield to drop on the driveshaft (All wheel drive vehicles) or exhaust system (Front wheel drive vehicles).
How is recall 05V-515 fixed?
Dealers will replace both fuel tank straps. The recall began on december 1, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
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.