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NHTSA Recall 04V105000: Engine and engine cooling

FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 399,926 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Taurus.

399,926
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2004
owners notified (March 10)
NHTSA campaign04V105000
Manufacturer campaign04S11
ComponentENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Report receivedMarch 2, 2004
Owner notificationMarch 10, 2004
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain vehicles, the air filter paper in these vehicles can smolder or burn.

Safety risk

This can lead to damage to the air induction system on these vehicles and/or an underhood fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the air filter element. Owner notification began on march 10, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Ford recall no. 04s11.customers can 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 04V105000

Make and modelModel years
Ford Taurus2003
Mercury Sable2003

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.