FORD RECALLS VEHICLES TO CORRECT BATTERY, FUEL-TANK PROBLEMS
Ford Motor Co. recalled about 220,000 vehicles from the 2005 model year amid concerns that a battery cable was rubbing against the vehicle frame, potentially causing fires, and that a fuel-tank strap on other models could separate. The recall linked to the cable involves more than 98,000 Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car and Mercury Grand Marquis sedans. Ford said in a letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that it has received four reports of fires. Ford spokeswoman Kristen Kinley said chafing of the cable caused the exposure of wires to the vehicle frame, causing the frame to become electrified in some cases and carry the potential for heat damage or fires.
• The Associated Press, 11/17/2005.
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