Ford Crown Victoria recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 22, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2003–2005 Ford Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis

Recall number

15V861000

Brand / firm

Ford, Mercury

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 296,004 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.