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2003–2005 Ford Crown Victoria and 2003–2005 Mercury Grand Marquis recall: Exterior lighting: headlights

NHTSA campaign 15V-861 · December 22, 2015 · Ford Motor Company

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
15V861000
Reported
December 22, 2015
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Part
Exterior lighting: headlights
Vehicles affected
About 296,004

What is wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2003-2005 Ford Crown Victoria and Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured October 3, 2001, to August 2, 2005. The affected vehicles have a lighting control module (LCM) that may fail, resulting in a loss of headlights.

Safety risk

A loss of headlights can reduce driver visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the LCM, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S39.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

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.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Ford Crown Victoria (2003, 2004, 2005); Mercury Grand Marquis (2003, 2004, 2005). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

A loss of headlights can reduce driver visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the LCM, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S39.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.