Recall 05V113000: Fuel Tank Replacement

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Ford/Thunderbird 2005

Lincoln/LS 2005

MANUFACTURER: Ford Motor Company

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 05V113000 RECALL DATE: March 16, 2005

COMPONENT: Fuel System, Gasoline: Storage

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 56

SUMMARY:
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel tank may have a localized thin wall section in the lower half of the tank. The fuel tank may crack creating a potential for a fuel leak and fuel odor. The "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" indicator may illuminate.

CONSEQUENCE:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
REMEDY:
Dealers will replace the fuel tank. The recall is expected to begin March 31, 2005. Owners should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673, Lincoln at 1-800-521-4140.

NOTES:
Ford recall No. 05S29. Customers can also contact The NationaL Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.