Recall 99V-124: 1992–1993 Ford Crown Victoria, 1992–1993 Lincoln Town Car and 1 more
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 19, 1999, covering about 262,695 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The speed control deactivation switch can develop a resistive short in the electrical circuit that could potentially result in an underhood fire. A fire is possible both when the vehicle is running and when the vehicle engine is off. Also, the short could disable the speed control system or cause the brake light fuse to open.
The risk
A fire can originate in the left front underhood area.
The fix
Dealers will install a new speed control deactivation switch and connector shell. Owner notification began may 20, 1999.
Notes
Ford recall no. 99s15.this recall has been supersedes by ford recall no. 05s28 (Please see 05v017, 05v388, 06v286 and 07v336). 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).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V124000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Crown Victoria | 1992, 1993 | All years |
| Lincoln Town Car | 1992, 1993 | All years |
| Mercury Grand Marquis | 1992, 1993 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 99V-124?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The speed control deactivation switch can develop a resistive short in the electrical circuit that could potentially result in an underhood fire. A fire is possible both when the vehicle is running and when the vehicle engine is off. Also, the short could disable the speed control system or cause the brake light fuse to open.
How is recall 99V-124 fixed?
Dealers will install a new speed control deactivation switch and connector shell. Owner notification began may 20, 1999.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.