Recall 05V206000: Dash Sound Insulator Replacement

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Ford/Crown Victoria 2003-2005

Ford/CVPI 2003-2005

MANUFACTURER: Ford Motor Company

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 05V206000 RECALL DATE: May 03, 2005

COMPONENT: Electrical system: Wiring: Interior/Under Dash

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 132800

SUMMARY:
On certain police interceptors (CVPI) and commercial heavy duty (taxi) vehicles, at extremely high operating temperatures, the dash outer sound insulator could sag and possibly contact the surface of the light-off catalyst.

CONSEQUENCE:
If this occurs, the insulator might experience charring of the outer layer, burning odor, or smoke which may ultimately result in a fire.

REMEDY:
Dealers will replace a portion of the dash outer sound insulator. The recall is expected to begin on June 21, 2003. Owners should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

NOTES:
Ford recall No. 05S32. Customers can also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.