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Mercury Recall 05S37: Fuel Tank Strap Breakage
2005 Mercury Montego
If this happens, drivers may notice a noise or a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fuel System, Gasoline — Storage — Tank Assembly — Mounting
Date Announced
NOV 09, 2005
Vehicles Affected
123,206
Mercury Recall #
05S37
NHTSA Campaign #
05V515000
Summary
On certain passenger vehicles, the straps that secure the fuel tank to the vehicle body may break, causing the fuel tank and fuel tank heat shield to drop on the driveshaft (all wheel drive vehicles) or exhaust system (front wheel drive vehicles).
Actions
Dealers will replace both fuel tank straps. The recall began on December 1, 2005. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Documents (13)
Renotification Notice- 12-9-2008
Quarterly Performance Report
Quarterly Performance Report
Recall Acknowledgement
Quarterly Performance Report
Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
Remedy Instructions and TSB
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
Quarterly Performance Report
Quarterly Performance Report
Quarterly Performance Report
Renotification Notice
Defect and Noncompliance Notice(Part 573)