NHTSA Recall 12V553000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V553000; Date: Nov. 30, 2012
An improperly cured projector coating will become hazy through operation, over time, reducing the brightness of the low-beam lamp. This may decrease driver visibility and increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Ford Fusion
Component: Exterior Lighting:headlights
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 19,158
Recall Summary:
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 fusion vehicles, manufactured from February 3, 2012, through October 20, 2012, for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. " the affected vehicles may not have had the low beam headlamp projector coating properly cured during its manufacturing process.
How to Fix:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headlamp assembly. The recall began on December 18, 2012. Owners may contact Ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Recall Notes:
Ford's recall campaign number is 12c27. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 18, 2012
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