Focus L4-2.0L SOHC VIN P (2000)
Battery Cable: Recalls
Recall 02V288000: Battery Cable Fire Hazard
DEFECT: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with Zetec engines, loose or broken attachments and misrouted battery cables could lead to cable
insulation damage. This, in turn, could cause the battery cables to short, resulting in heat damage to the cables. Besides heat damage, the "check engine"
light may illuminate, the vehicle may fail to start, and smoke, melting, or fire could also occur.
REMEDY: Dealers will inspect the battery cables for the condition of the cable insulation and proper tightening of the terminal ends. As necessary,
cables will be rerouted, retaining clips installed, and damaged battery cables replaced. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification was to
begin Jan. 20, 2003. Owners should contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
