Investigation PE99052: 1995 Ford Contour

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Aug 18, 1999

Closed

Feb 23, 2000

Model years

1995

Subject

Engine cooling fan fires

Component: Engine and engine cooling

Summary

Odi opened this investigation on august 18, 1999, based on four reports of fire involving the engine cooling fan.the reports allege the electronic cooling fan caught fire with resultant damage to the fan and wire harness and/or the harness connector.in its pe response, ford provided information relevant to 46 additional alleged fire incidents and 47 alleged failures of the cooling fan involving thermal damage to the fan.this investigation has been upgraded to further study the issue.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1995 Ford Contour891 complaints