NHTSA Recall 01V390000: Fan (engine and engine cooling)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 695,260 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ford Mustang.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V390000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 01S30 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › COOLING SYSTEM › FAN |
| Report received | December 21, 2001 |
| Owner notification | December 28, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: taurus/sable vehicles equipped with 3.0l and 3.8l engines and mustang vehicles with 3.8l and 5.0l engines. It is possible for the engine cooling fan bearing to seize.
Safety risk
Should this occur, excessive heat could be generated which could melt the fan motor electrical connector. Components inside the cooling fan motor could ignite potentially resulting in an underhood fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the engine cooling fan assembly and install a circuit breaker. If the cooling fan is inoperative, the fan and motor assembly will be replaced. Owner notification began december 28, 2001. 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 at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V390000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.