Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Taurus vehicles manufactured November 24, 2008, through February 28, 2014.
Recall Summary
Name of Product: 2010-2014 Taurus vehicles
Hazard: When used in areas that use road salt, the license plate lamp assembly may experience an electro-chemical reaction and corrosion as a result of water intrusion. This corrosion may result in a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the license plate lamp assemblies, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on July 25, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford’s number for this recall is 14S08. Note: Under program 14R01, Ford will notify owners in non-corrosion states, and, at the customer’s request, dealers will replace the license plate lamp assembly.
Incidents/Injuries: Ford is aware of 18 fires and one minor injury related to this issue.
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