Potential loss of windshield retention may also reduce occupant protection in the event of a crash.

Visibility — Windshield

Date Announced
MAR 10, 2003
Vehicles Affected
67,894
Ford Recall #
03C03
NHTSA Campaign #
03V087000
Summary
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 212, "windshield mounting." The windshields may potentially exhibit increased wind noise, water leakage, and squeaks and rattles.
Actions
Dealers will replace these windshields. Owner notification began on March 31, 2003. 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/Mercury at 1-800-392-3673.
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