Ford Mondeo: Battery Cable May Chafe And Short Circuit

Ford is recalling 8,888 Mondeo vehicles because the battery cable may chafe against the transmission valve cover plate, which could cause it to short circuit. The issue affects vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom. Ford's remedy involves checking the cable insulation, making repairs if needed, and repositioning the cable to keep it away from the cover plate.

Recalling firm
FORD
Product
Vehicles: FORD MONDEO. Units affected: 8,888
Reason
Battery cable may chafe on transmission valve cover plate. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles check cable insulation repair if necessary and retain cable clear of cover plate.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2002-07-10
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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