NHTSA Recall 04V421000: Fuel system, gasoline
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 88,600 vehicles. It affects 1999–2002 Mercury Cougar.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V421000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 04N02 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
| Report received | August 30, 2004 |
| Owner notification | April 16, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, contamination of the filter in the fuel delivery module (fdm) can reduce, and eventually block, the flow of fuel to the engine.
Safety risk
This may cause engine hesitation, loss of power, surging, and other similar symptoms. Over time, the filter may become sufficiently blocked to cause the engine to stall, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
This action is deemed a safety improvement campaign and is not being conducted under the safety act. All owners will be notified of the problem, and dealers will replace the fdm with a new design at no charge if the owner reports that the vehicle exhibits any of the identified symptoms. The free replacement will be available for a period of 10 years following the original purchase of the vehicle, with no mileage limit. The campaign began on april 16, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes
Ford recall no. 04n02.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 04V421000
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.