Gan
09-07-2005, 07:25 PM
Trucks and SUVs recalled for switch that could cause fires. Also, Toyota issues service bulletin.
September 7, 2005; Posted: 4:23 p.m. EDT (2023 GMT)
NEW YORK (CNN) - In one of the largest recalls in automaker history, Ford Motor Co. said Wednesday it is recalling approximately 3.8 million pickup trucks and SUVs for a cruise control switch that has caused engine fires, even with the vehicle parked and the engine off.
The recall includes 1994-2002 model-years of F-150 pickup truck, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator and Ford Broncos.
Ford said it would be notifiying owners by mail. More information is available on the Web at http://www.genuineservice.com, or via a hotline at Ford's Customer Relationship Center at 1-888-222-2751.
Also, Toyota announced Tuesday that it will issue a voluntary "Special Service Campaign" in co-operation with NHTSA. The campaign involves certain power-steering equipped 1989-1996 4Runner SUVs, compact pick-ups and T-100 pick-ups.
Owners of these vehicles will be notified by mail, Toyota said, beginning in mid-September. Customers with questions are directed to contact Toyota customer service at 800-331-4331.
SOURCE (http://www.cnn.com/2005/AUTOS/09/07/ford_recall/index.html)
September 7, 2005; Posted: 4:23 p.m. EDT (2023 GMT)
NEW YORK (CNN) - In one of the largest recalls in automaker history, Ford Motor Co. said Wednesday it is recalling approximately 3.8 million pickup trucks and SUVs for a cruise control switch that has caused engine fires, even with the vehicle parked and the engine off.
The recall includes 1994-2002 model-years of F-150 pickup truck, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator and Ford Broncos.
Ford said it would be notifiying owners by mail. More information is available on the Web at http://www.genuineservice.com, or via a hotline at Ford's Customer Relationship Center at 1-888-222-2751.
Also, Toyota announced Tuesday that it will issue a voluntary "Special Service Campaign" in co-operation with NHTSA. The campaign involves certain power-steering equipped 1989-1996 4Runner SUVs, compact pick-ups and T-100 pick-ups.
Owners of these vehicles will be notified by mail, Toyota said, beginning in mid-September. Customers with questions are directed to contact Toyota customer service at 800-331-4331.
SOURCE (http://www.cnn.com/2005/AUTOS/09/07/ford_recall/index.html)