NHTSA Campaign Id 04V105000; Date: Mar. 2, 2004
This can lead to damage to the air induction system on these vehicles and/or an underhood fire.
2003 Ford Taurus; 2003 Mercury Sable
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 399,926
On certain vehicles, the air filter paper in these vehicles can smolder or burn.
Dealers will replace the air filter element. Owner notification began on March 10, 2004. Owners should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Ford recall no. 04s11. Customers can 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: Mar 10, 2004
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