NHTSA Recall 00V351000
NHTSA Campaign Id 00V351000; Date: Oct. 30, 2000
The standard requires that power operated windows may be closed only when the key is in the "on," "start," or "accessory" positions, or during the interval between the time the key is turned off, and the opening of either of the vehicle's front doors.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 Ford Windstar; 2000 Ford Windstar
Component: Electrical System:wiring:interior/under Dash
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 180,000
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: minivans built with instrument clusters without the message center, fail to comply with the requirements of standard no. 118, "power-operated window, partition, and roof panel systems. " the power windows may be operable after the ignition has been turned to the "off" position and the front doors are opened.
How to Fix:
Dealers will reconfigure the vehicle front end electronic module.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began January 24, 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).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 24, 2001
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