2001 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS Recalls (5)

Campaign:
00V270000 on 09/13/2000
Component:
Air bags
Manufactured:
03/24/2000 - 09/04/2000
Affected:
18,500
Defect:
Certain passenger vehicles, limousines, and mini vans were built with a newly designed restraint control module (rcm). in some cases, the rcm does not recognize certain system faults that could result in an air bag or seat belt pre-tensioner unexpectedly activating during the self-test sequence at vehicle start-up.
Consequence:
This condition could result in personal injury.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the rcm in these vehicles. owner notification began september 14, 2000. 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.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
00V412000 on 12/11/2000
Component:
Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Manufactured:
08/07/2000 - 09/28/2000
Affected:
16,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: minivans and passenger vehicles. a restraint control module (rcm) or a side or front crash sensor may have been assembled with one or more of the screws that mount the circuit board in the housing missing. if some or all of the screws are missing, the performance of the occupant restrains could be affected.
Consequence:
In some cases, less than the intended level of protection in the event of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the rcm and crash sensors and, if necessary, replace them.
Notes:
Owner notification began december 21, 2000. 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).
Campaign:
01V227001 on 07/16/2001
Component:
Seat belts:front:buckle assembly
Manufactured:
04/16/2000 - 05/28/2001
Affected:
1,400,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger and sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks, and minivans. equipped with seat belts supplied by trw. it is possible that the driver's and/or front passenger's outboard seat belt buckle may not fully latch. ford crown victoria built at st. thomas assembly plant from 4/17/00 - 5/29/01 mercury grand marquis built at st. thomas assembly plant from 4/17/00 - 5/29/01. lincoln town cars built at wixom assembly plant from 3/27/00 - 5/30/01. lincoln navigators built at michigan truck plant from 4/11/00 - 5/31/01. ford windstars built at oakville assembly plant from 3/23/00 - 5/30/01. ford rangers built at twin cities plant from 3/28/00 - 5/30/01, and also at the edison plant from 3/13/00 - 5/25/01. ford f-150 truck built at norfolk plant from 4/18/00 - 5/25/00; at ontario plant from 5/10/00 - 5/28/01; at kansas city plant from 9/11/99 - 5/25/01; and at cuautitlan plant from 5/16/00 - 6/9/01. ford super duty f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 trucks built at kentucky plant from 4/17/00 - 5/27/01; and at cuautitlan plant from 5/16/00 - 6/19/01. ford excursions built at kentucky plant from 4/17/00 - 10/2/00. ford expeditions built at michigan truck plant from 4/11/00 - 5/31/01.
Consequence:
In the event of a crash, the restraint system may not provide adequate occupant protection, increasing the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the front outboard seat belt buckles and if the buckle fails the inspection process, it will be replaced. owner notification began july 25, 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 1-866-436-7332.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
06E056000 on 06/22/2006
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline
Affected:
58,640
Defect:
Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n f65277, shipped from january 16 through june 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. due to incorrect design, the quick connectors may not fully seat with the tube interface, even though the person making the connection may believe that the quick connector is fully attached.
Consequence:
Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Correction:
Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. the recall began on august 4, 2006. owners may contact ufi filters usa at 800-230-5876.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to ufi filters usa (purolator) aftermarket fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.customers may 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.
Campaign:
15E082000 on 10/05/2015
Component:
Steering
Affected:
1,767
Defect:
Dorman products, inc. (dorman) is recalling certain model dorman steering shafts, part number 425-359, solutions steering shafts, part number 7-0359, and oe solutions steering shafts, part number 425-359, manufactured april 17, 2014, to september 28, 2015. these aftermarket replacement steering shafts are sold for use in 1995-2002 ford crown victoria, mercury grand marquis, and lincoln town car vehicles. these steering shafts may separate during operation if the integral fastener is loose or missing and if the interfacing vehicle shaft is compressed in length.
Consequence:
If the shafts separate during vehicle operation, a loss of steering control would result, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft, free of charge. the recall began on october 28, 2015. owners may contact dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492, option 5.
Notes:
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.

2001 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS TSBs (91)

Bulletin:
002310
Component:
103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:
Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system. *tt
Bulletin:
00S26
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Subject regarding demonstration / delivery hold - safety recall 00s26 supplement #4 - restraint control module replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
00251
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator light (tcil) with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0782 stored in memory and / or a 200 - 400 engine rpm rise during light throttle 3-4 shifts. *tt
Bulletin:
01114
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit vibrations felt at speeds above 72 km/h (45 mph). *tt
Bulletin:
00213
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Subject regarding climate control - eatc - blower motor control service tips. *jb
Bulletin:
00214
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Information regarding revised engine mounts for severe duty vehicles. *jb
Bulletin:
00S26
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
On some vehicles, it may be possible for the restraint control module (rcm) to inadvertently activate an airbag or safety belt pre-tensioner while starting the engine. ford motor company will install a revised rcm. *jb
Bulletin:
0125
Component:
151600 seat belts:front:warning light/devices
Summary:
Seat belt warning system - belt reminder function, operation and service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
0162
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Vehicles equipped with passive anti-theft system (pats) may not start or crank. *tt
Bulletin:
14862
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Information on replacing fuel tank strap bolts. *tt
Bulletin:
14807
Component:
075000 fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a hoot noise at idle coming from the induction system. possible additional symptoms may include diagnostic trouble code p1506 and a higher than normal idle. *tt
Bulletin:
14821
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 4.6l romeo engine may exhibit an oil leak from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt
Bulletin:
14864
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject regarding certain vehicles with 4.6l romeo engines exhibiting an oil leak from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt
Bulletin:
0147
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5w-20 motor oil. *tt
Bulletin:
0158
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with the 4r70w automatic transmission may exhibit a ticking or clicking type noise in first gear. *tt
Bulletin:
14907
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Concerns with vehicles exhibiting the oil pressure gauge registering low or no oil pressure usually on initial start-up after several hours of cold soak. *tt
Bulletin:
14928
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit false activation of the anti-lock braking system during braking just prior to coming to a stop. *tt
Bulletin:
01137
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a 4r70w automatic transmission may exhibit a clunk noise during the 2-1 downshift event. *tt
Bulletin:
14956
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit false activation of the anti-lock braking system during braking just prior to coming to a stop. *tt
Bulletin:
15024
Component:
126100 exterior lighting:turn signal:flasher unit
Summary:
Addressing concerns with turn signal fast flash condition with the engine running and the temperature control blend door at the full hot or fullcold setting. *tt
Bulletin:
15026
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a stall at idle after start-up condition. *tt
Bulletin:
01156
Component:
138120 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc
Bulletin:
01157
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc
Bulletin:
15158
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a fead belt jump-off toss. *yh
Bulletin:
15115
Component:
162200 structure:body:bumpers
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a fascia blemish or paint peeling condition on either the front or rear bumper. *slc
Bulletin:
01189
Component:
071110 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
Summary:
Information on fule filler door, poor fit remote fuel door pops open.*jb
Bulletin:
01181
Component:
103800 power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start switch
Summary:
Brake shift interlock.*jb
Bulletin:
011809
Component:
071110 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a fuel filler door that does not fit correctly or the fuel door may inadvertently pop open. *tt
Bulletin:
011809
Component:
071110 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a fuel filler door taht does not fit correctly or the fuel door may inadvertently pop open. *tt
Bulletin:
01213
Component:
126000 exterior lighting:turn signal
Summary:
Vehicles may exhibit an intermittent rapid flashing of the turn signals. *tt
Bulletin:
012113
Component:
116100 electrical system:ignition:switch
Summary:
Some ignition switch lock cylinder assemblies may exhibit rougness and / or excess effort in turning, key does not fully return from start, a malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate with p0500, p1502 and u1039 stored in powertrian control
Bulletin:
012114
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Parts and procedure to reduce the potential of fuel tank punctures during rare and extremely high-speed rear impacts. *tt
Bulletin:
01205
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing diagnostic trouble codes p0171 and or p0174. *tt
Bulletin:
0214
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt
Bulletin:
15415
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an engine vibration between 1100-1300 rpm when the transmission is placed in either park or neutral. *tt
Bulletin:
01246
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. *tt
Bulletin:
0222
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an intake manifold crossover (first runner) coolant seepage condition. *tt
Bulletin:
15668
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Concerns with hesitation/stumble , cold only , when shifting from park to drive or park to reverse. *tt
Bulletin:
02136
Component:
103800 power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start switch
Summary:
On some vehicles, the brake shift interlock may be inoperative, now allowing the operator to move the shift lever from the park position. stop lamp operation may also be affected. *tt
Bulletin:
0274
Component:
162310 structure:body:door:hinge and attachments
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhbit a squeak / creak noise coming from the left front or right front door hinge area. *tt
Bulletin:
0254
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
On some vehicles equipped with the 4.6l engine, the front end accessory drive (fead) belt may hydroplane on the water pump pulley whenthe belt is splashed with water. *tt
Bulletin:
0245
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines. *tt
Bulletin:
0297
Component:
126000 exterior lighting:turn signal
Summary:
Some vehicles produced before 3/5/2002 may exhibit an intermittent rapid flashing of the turn signals. *tt
Bulletin:
16068
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an engine vibration at 1100-1500 rpm. *tt
Bulletin:
15793
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a slight oil leak at the cylinder head to block joint. *tt
Bulletin:
15802
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
On some vehicles the headlamps remain illuminated when wipers are activated and then deactivated. *tt
Bulletin:
15808
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a one-touch down module or a drivers door moudle may exhibit a condition where the drivers window moves down when one of the other windows is operated. *tt
Bulletin:
15812
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Overspeed warning chime activation when travelling above 70 m ph / 110 kph. *tt
Bulletin:
15850
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with a 4.6l romeo engine may exhibit a slight oil leak or weep at the cylinder head to block joint. *tt
Bulletin:
15875
Component:
330000 interior lighting
Summary:
Some retail customers may perceive the operation of the dash light dimming feature as being faulty. *tt
Bulletin:
15881
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding engine stumble / hesitation cold only condition. *tt
Bulletin:
15893
Component:
062200 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit an inoperative engine cooling fan. *tt
Bulletin:
0322
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0401, p0402, p1400 or p1401, or runs rough, lacks power, surge, poor fuel economy, and the above listed dtcs without
Bulletin:
16770
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Speed control deactivation switch adjustment service procedure. *tt
Bulletin:
0398
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457, p1442 or check fuel cap lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0457. *tt
Bulletin:
03164
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some vehicles, equipped with the 4.6l 2v engine, with an engine build date prior to 8/29/03 may exhibit an engine tick noise that is present at all temperatures during idle. 2004 models included. *tt
Bulletin:
03157
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Grinding type noise from the timing chain area. *tt
Bulletin:
03144
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine misfire or rough running condition with coil on plug (cop) ignition systems may be more accurately diagnosed using the optional worldwide diagnostic system (wds) coil on plug (cop) kit. 2003 super duty f series included. *tt
Bulletin:
03181
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
03193
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Excessive moisture in the headlamp assembly. *tt
Bulletin:
03203
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457 or p1442 or a check fuel cap lamp illuminated with dtc p0457 for the evaporative emission system. *tt
Bulletin:
02M01
Component:
063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Summary:
Customer satisfaction program 02m01 supplement #4. certain ford 2000 through 2003 vehicles equipped with a tube-mounted egr pressure sensor - additional egr pressure sensor warranty coverage. *tt supplement #3. *mj supplement #6
Bulletin:
03223
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0401, p0402, p1400 or p1401. additional symptoms may include runs rough, lacks power, surge, poor fuel economy. *tt
Bulletin:
03228
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Lack of air conditioner (a/c) cooling and restricted/reduced air flow through the a/c vents typically during extended idling conditions. *tt
Bulletin:
17757
Component:
126000 exterior lighting:turn signal
Summary:
Intermittent rapid flashing of the turn signals. *tt
Bulletin:
04111
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0401, p0402, p1400 or p1401. additional symptoms may include runs rough, lacks power, surge, poor fuel economy.
Bulletin:
17871
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
Multiple driveability concerns under acceleration caused by ignition coil. *tt
Bulletin:
03256
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine-romeo built 4.6l 2v-tick noise from engine-engines built before 9/17/2003. *mj
Bulletin:
03261
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
New service part - number 5 needle bearing and race kit - 4r70w transmission - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
16380
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Service cylinder head gasket for 4.6l applications. *tt
Bulletin:
16401
Component:
031000 service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Summary:
Brake booster push rod adjustment. brake pedal feel condition. *mj
Bulletin:
16412
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Sulphur smell from exhaust under investigation (qsf). *mj
Bulletin:
17810
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Transmission failure where there is a large amount of metal or debris in the pan. *tt
Bulletin:
02175
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Restraint system-air bag deployment strategy with advanced restraint system. *mj
Bulletin:
02176
Component:
032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:
Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
Bulletin:
031501
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Inoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns. *tt
Bulletin:
041514
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. *tt
Bulletin:
031404
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine misfire or running - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips. to include various 2005 models. * ar this article 04161 supersedes tsb 03-14-04.
Bulletin:
18426
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Am fm and cellular phone reception interference . *eh
Bulletin:
02208
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh
Bulletin:
04174
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips. various models including 2004 f-series. *tt
Bulletin:
18383
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Am/fm and cellular phone reception interference - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
04217
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
General power train control module (pcm) programming procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
04189
Component:
138200 visibility:defroster/defogger system:rear window
Summary:
Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. *tt
Bulletin:
042107
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
042421
Component:
151300 seat belts:front:retractor
Summary:
Safety belt retraction speed. *tt
Bulletin:
04251
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Aluminum corrosion - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
041601
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running. *tt
Bulletin:
05N04
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
Extended coverage program 05n04 - extended coverage for composite intake manifold. this program is being provided as a settlement to a class action lawsuit. the terms of the settlement extend the coverage of the all-composite intake manif
Bulletin:
07212
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Some 1997-2008 vehicles equipped with a 4.6l 2v, 5.4l 2v, or 6.8l 2v engine--spark plug thread repair procedure--not covered under new vehicle limited warranty. *nj this includes f-53 motorhome chassis. updated 2/23/10. *pe
Bulletin:
CSP 08B04
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Ford/lincoln mercury: certain 1992-2001 model year crown victoria, grand marquis, and town car vehicles registered in the states of wisconsin and connecticut upgrade modifications for high speed rear impacts. *pe

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