Mercury: equipment recalls

1. 21E013000Received 16 Feb 2021. 249 units.

   Air Bags / Frontal / Passenger Side / Inflator Module

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain air bag inflator and/or module replacement service parts that may have been used as part of a collision repair. The parts include certain driver-side air bag inflators and/or modules, designed to fit 2005-2014 Ford Mustang and Mustang GT500. It also includes certain passenger-side air bag inflators and/or modules designed to fit 2005-2014 Ford Mustang, 2010-2012 Lincoln MKZ, 2010-2012 Ford Fusion, 2010-2011 Mercury Milan, 2007-2011 Ford Ranger, and 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX vehicles. Please see Ford's recall report for the specific part numbers. These parts may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal air bag, an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Ford will notify dealers that purchased the affected parts, and dealers will provide replacement parts to purchasers, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S05.

   Products named: Mercury Milan 2011; Ford Fusion 2010; Ford Fusion 2011; Lincoln Air Bag; Ford Fusion 2012; Lincoln MKZ 2012; Ford Air Bag; Mercury Milan 2010; Lincoln MKZ 2011; Ford Mustang 2005; Ford Mustang 2006; Ford Mustang 2007, and 17 more.

   Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 21S05. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 17 Mar 2021.

2. 16E026000Received 1 Apr 2016. 49,635 units.

   Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Foundation Components / Disc / Pads

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Bosch Brake Components LLC (Bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models Bosch QuietCast BC598 and BP765, Bosch Blue BE598 and BE598H, Prostop PD598 and PD765M, Duralast Gold DG598, Duralast MKD598, Stop Master ST598, UltraStop ULT598, UltraLife MX598 and MX765, BrakeBest MKD765, and Prostop Platinum PGD598. These brake pads, manufactured October 1, 2014, to October 31, 2015 are intended for use on 2001-2007 Ford Taurus, 2001-2005 Mercury Sable, 1995-1999 Ford Taurus SHO, 1995-2002 Lincoln Continental, and 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII vehicles. The brake pad shim may shift out of position causing the shim to contact the brake disc resulting in damage to the disc.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bosch customer service at 1-888-715-3616.

   Products named: Ford Taurus 2007; Ford Taurus 2006; Ford Taurus 2002; Ford Taurus Sho 1996; Lincoln Continental 2001; Lincoln Continental 1999; Ford Taurus 2005; Lincoln Continental 1995; Bosch Blue Front Brake Pads BE598H; Duralast Gold Front Brake Pads DG598; Prostop Front Brake Pads PD765M; Ultralife Front Brake Pads MX598, and 33 more.

   Report filed by Robert Bosch LLC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 May 2016.

3. 15E082000Received 6 Oct 2015. 1,767 units.

   Steering

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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, in the NHTSA record

   If the shafts separate during vehicle operation, a loss of steering control would result, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Products named: Solutions Steering Shaft; Mercury Grand Marquis 1995; Ford Crown Victoria 2001; Ford Crown Victoria 1996; Lincoln Town Car 1998; Ford Crown Victoria 1998; Ford Crown Victoria 1997; Lincoln Town Car 1996; Ford Crown Victoria 2002; Lincoln Town Car 1999; Lincoln Town Car 2002; Mercury Grand Marquis 1998, and 15 more.

   Report filed by Dorman Products, Inc.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 28 Oct 2015.

4. 15E045000Received 3 Jun 2015. 576 units.

   Suspension / Front / Wheel Bearing

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   The Timken Company (Timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from January 22, 2015, to May 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles. The affected wheel bearings have incorrect dimensions of a 42mm bore, 76mm outer dimension, and 39mm width, instead of a 42mm bore, 78mm outer dimension and a 45mm width.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Timken customer service at 1-866-984-6536.

   Products named: Ford Escape 2001; Mazda Tribute 2001; Mazda Tribute 2003; Mercury Mariner 2005; Ford Escape 2004; Ford Escape 2003; Ford Escape 2002; Mazda Tribute 2005; Mazda Tribute 2006; Mazda Tribute 2009; Ford Escape 2011; Ford Escape 2010, and 19 more.

   Report filed by Timken Company.

5. 14E028000Received 29 May 2014. 82,579 units.

   Equipment

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain all weather driver side accessory floor mats sold for use in model year 2006-2011 Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2007-2011 Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured November 9, 2007, through October 31, 2010. The affected floor mats may move and possibly interfere with the accelerator pedal.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   The floor mat could shift such that it could interfere with the accelerator pedal, preventing its return to an idle position, which could result in unintended vehicle speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install new replacement mats, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Ford's customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S07. NOTE: Vehicles built after October 31, 2010, while potentially equipped with the same floor mats, are equipped with a Brake Over Accelerator (BOA) feature that prevents simultaneous accelerator and brake application, allowing the vehicle to be safely stopped by pressing firmly and steadily on the brake pedal.

   Products named: Lincoln MKZ 2010; Mercury Milan 2009; Lincoln MKZ 2009; Ford Fusion 2009; Mercury Milan 2008; Lincoln MKZ 2008; Ford Fusion 2008; Lincoln MKZ 2007; Mercury Milan 2007; Ford Fusion 2007; Lincoln Zephyr 2006; Mercury Milan 2006, and 6 more.

   Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 14S07. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 Jul 2014.

6. 08E033000Received 14 Apr 2008. 6,903 units.

   Suspension

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Federal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between november 9, 2007 and march 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts. The part numbers packaged with incorrect nuts are: k7147, k7329, k8683, and 104353. These parts were made for use on the various vehicles listed above.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   The nuts included in the packaging for these ball joint assemblies are missing the intended prevailing torque (self-locking) feature. If the incorrect nut was to become loose, the joining members may loosen leading to a separation of the ball joint. This may result in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall began on may 22, 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.

   Products named: Mercury Mystique 1996; Dodge Grand Caravan 1988; Plymouth Horizon 1989; Chrysler Maserati TC 1990; Dodge Charger 1987; Dodge Caravan 1986; Dodge Caravan 1988; Dodge Caravan 1990; Dodge Aries 1984; Dodge Aries 1986; Dodge Aries 1988; Dodge Aries 1989, and 136 more.

   Report filed by FEDERAL-MOGUL CHASSIS PRODUCTS. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 22 May 2008.

7. 08E019000Received 6 Mar 2008. 1,937 units.

   Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Intercontinental auto parts is recalling 1,937 fuel filters, p/nos alg 44/1 and purolator f10024, shipped between january 14 and february 13, 2008, sold for use on the vehicles listed above. The filter's outlet cap may not be securely crimped to the housing. This could result in a separation of filter's outlet cap from the housing.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If this condition occurs while attempting to start the vehicle, a no start condition may result and fuel may be pumped onto the ground. If this occurs while the vehicle is in motion, the engine may stop due to inadequate fuel supply. If an ignition source were present, fuel leakage may result in a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Intercontinental will replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began during march 2008. Owners may contact intercontinental at 800-451-2593.

   Products named: Mercury Capri 1980; Mercury Colony Park 1977; Mercury Grand Marquis 1979; Ford Thunderbird 1979; Ford Bronco 1978; Ford Ranchero 1979; Ford F Series (Medium) 1979; Ford F Series (Light) 1978; Ford E Series 1977; Ford F Series (Light) 1981; Ford F Series (Light) 1982; Mercury Cougar 1980, and 40 more.

   Report filed by INTERCONTINENTAL AUTO PARTS. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 19 Mar 2008.

8. 07E104000Received 11 Dec 2007. 1,657 units.

   Visibility / Glass, Side/Rear

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain curved tempered replacement glass manufactured by hangzhou safety glass LTD and supplied to safelite by auto temp INC., identified as DOT-430, and sold for use on certain domestic and foreign vehicles may not break into small pieces as expected of tempered glass and fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 205, "glazing materials."

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant(s) may be seriously injured by shattered glass.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Safelite will notify its retail customers and replace the glass free of charge. Retail customers can contact safelite toll free at 1-888-843-2906. Safelite will notify its wholesale customers and reimburse wholesale customers for current inventory and at a specified rate for replacing their customer's glass. Wholesale customers can contact safelite's wholesale division, service autoglass toll free at 1-888-246-6298. The recall began on january 15, 2008.

   Products named: Dodge Ram 3500 2003; Jeep Grand Cherokee 1995; Dodge Ram 3500 2002; Hangzhou Replacement Glass; Dodge Ram 2500 2002; Mercury Mountaineer 2003; Dodge Ram 3500 2004; Chrysler Voyager 2006; Chrysler Voyager 2007; Jeep Grand Cherokee 1998; Mercury Mountaineer 2002; Jeep Grand Cherokee 1997, and 69 more.

   Report filed by SAFELITE FULFILLMENT, INC.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Jan 2008.

9. 07E064000Received 27 Aug 2007. 34,000 units.

   Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between august 2006 and july 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. The fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on october 15, 2007. Owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

   Products named: Ford Granada 1982; Datsun 710 1975; American Motors Gremlin 1978; American Motors Concord 1978; American Motors Concord 1979; Ford F250 1975; Ford Econoline 1979; Ford Mustang 1983; Ford Fairmont 1982; Lincoln Mark IV 1976; Lincoln Mark IV 1975; Ford Bronco II 1985, and 250 more.

   Report filed by FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Oct 2007.

10. 06E056000Received 13 Jun 2006. 58,640 units.

    Fuel System, Gasoline

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    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, in the NHTSA record

    Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    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.

    Products named: Ford Mustang 2003; Ford Thunderbird 2002; Ford Focus 2003; Ford Focus 2004; Mercury Mountaineer 2000; Mercury Monterey 2005; Mercury Grand Marquis 1998; Mercury Grand Marquis 2002; Ford Five Hundred 2005; Ford F-250 SD 1999; Ford F-150 2000; Ford F-150 2001, and 106 more.

    Report filed by UFI FILTERS USA. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 4 Aug 2006.

11. 06E022000Received 13 Mar 2006. 7,440 units.

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Certain aftermarket brake hydraulic master cylinders sold as replacement brake cylinders for certain ford, daimlerchrysler, and jeep passenger vehicles. These brake cylinders were sold under the brand names of napa, raybestos, aimco, AC delco, carquest, bendix, and wagner. Only products that were manufactured from july 27, 2005 through january 17, 2006 (date codes 0529 through 0602) are subject to this recall. When subject to very cold temperatures, an internal seal in the master cylinder could lose flexibility and may cause brake fluid to leak.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Loss of brake fluid can lead to a decrease in brake line pressure and an increase in stopping distance, which can result in a vehicle crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Affinia (brake parts, INC.) will replace the subject brake hydraulic master cylinders free of charge. The recall began on march 20, 2006. Owners can contact affina group customer service at 1-800-323-0354.

    Products named: Jeep Cherokee 1996; Brake Parts Carquest E151557; Brake Parts Raybestos MC390565; Brake Parts Napa 390565; Dodge Caravan 2003; Chrysler Town And Country 2002; Chrysler Town And Country 2001; Chrysler Voyager 2004; Jeep Grand Cherokee 2000; Jeep Wrangler 2004; Jeep Wrangler 2002; Jeep Wrangler 1998, and 92 more.

    Report filed by BRAKE PARTS, INC.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 Mar 2006.

12. 04E048000Received 12 Jul 2004. 388 units.

    Seat Belts / Front

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Certain trw driver's side seat belts manufactured on december 6 and 9, 2002, for use as replacement equipment for 1997 ford escort 4-door and station wagon platform vehicles, ford's p/n f7cz54611b09aac. The seat belt assemblies exhibit a no-lock condition which does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, seat belt assemblies.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    In the event of a crash, the restraint system may not provide adequate protection to the seat occupant, which may increase the risk of personal injury.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Trw will notify the customers who purchased the replacement seat belt assemblies free of charge. The recall began on august 27, 2004.

    Products named: Mercury Tracer 2000; Ford Escort 2003; Mercury Tracer 2003; Mercury Tracer 2002; Ford Escort 2001; Ford Escort 2000; Mercury Tracer 1997; Mercury Tracer 1999; Ford Escort 1998; Mercury Tracer 1998; Mercury Tracer 2001; Ford Escort 2002, and 3 more.

    Report filed by TRW OCCUPANT SAFETY SYSTEMS. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Aug 2004.

13. 95E006002Received 24 Feb 1995. 8,600 units.

    Air Bags / Frontal

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    The passenger side air bag has an inflator body that cracked during forming of the curl that retains the igniter plug in the end of the inflator. Also the igniter end cap can separate from the inflator.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    The passenger side air bag may not inflate properly resulting in reduced occupant protection in a vehicle accident. If the igniter end cap separates in a frontal collision, hot gases can be released and ignite flammable material or cause burn injuries.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will remove and replace the passenger side air bag module.

    Products named: Ford Contour 1995; Lincoln Town Car 1995; Ford Crown Victoria 1995; Ford Probe 1995; Mercury Mystique 1995; Ford Windstar 1995; Ford Explorer 1995; Mercury Grand Marquis 1995; Ford Mustang 1995.

    Report filed by FORD MOTOR COMPANY.

14. 94E036000Received 25 Nov 1994. 98,000 units.

    Suspension / Front / Shock Absorber

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    The arc welds on the sway bar bracket, where it attaches to the strut reserve tube, did not fuse properly.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Over time, a portion of the bracket can tear away from the strut, falling into and puncturing the tire or causing damage to the wheel, which could result in an accident.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Monroe dealers will replace the strut free of charge.

    Products named: Ford Taurus 1993; Ford Taurus 1988; Monroe Struts; Ford Taurus 1987; Mercury Sable 1987; Ford Taurus 1986; Mercury Sable 1992; Mercury Sable 1986; Mercury Sable 1989; Mercury Sable 1988; Mercury Sable 1990; Mercury Sable 1994, and 7 more.

    Report filed by MONROE AUTO CORP.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Dec 1994.

15. 94E019000Received 2 Jun 1994. 919 units.

    Suspension / Front

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    The offset toe adjusting pin can fracture under conditions such as torsional loads, flexing motion, impact loads, and overtorquing.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    This can result in loss of vehicle steering control andan accident.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dana will pay for replacement and labor costs of the adjustment pin without charge to the installing facility and the vehicle owner. These pins should be replaced by a ford original equipment pin assembly. Owner or installer inquiries concerning this recall campaign should contact dana service center at 1-800-248-9606.

    Products named: Mercury Tracer 1992; Dana 264-2798; Mercury Tracer 1991; Ford Escort 1993; Ford Escort 1992; Mercury Tracer 1993; Ford Escort 1991.

    Report filed by DANA CORPORATION.

16. 90E043001Received 30 Oct 1990. 172,000 units.

    Air Bags / Frontal

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Threaded inflator components may have been damaged during assembly which may allow components to separate when inflator receives a signal to deploy the air bag.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Inflator component separation allows hot combustion gases to escape into the passenger compartment which could result in injuries to vehicle occupants.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Replace air bag modules containing potentially defective inflators.

    Products named: Ford Taurus 1990; Mercury Sable 1990; Ford Crown Victoria 1990; Mercury Grand Marquis 1991; Mercury Topaz 1990; Lincoln Continental 1990; Ford Tempo 1990; Ford Crown Victoria 1991; Mercury Grand Marquis 1990.

    Report filed by FORD MOTOR COMPANY. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 5 Nov 1990.

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• Grand Marquis6
• Cougar4
• Mystique3
• Sable3
• Bobcat2
• Capri2
• Milan2
• Mountaineer2
• Topaz2
• Tracer2
• Zephyr2
• Colony Park1
• Marauder1
• Mariner1
• Marquis1
• Monarch1
• Monterey1

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• Mazda18
• McQuay-Norris2
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• Meritor39
• Meritor Wabco7
• MHT2
• Midas6
• Midland3

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Which Mercury products do the campaigns name?

The NHTSA records have 17 product names for these campaigns. The name in the most campaigns is: Grand Marquis

How many units does a Mercury equipment campaign have?

The median Mercury campaign has 7,440 units. The median of all 2,866 equipment campaigns is 1,677 units.

Which component do the Mercury campaigns name most often?

Suspension, in 4 campaigns. The component is the first component in the NHTSA record of a campaign.