The problem
Vehicle description: Mini vans equipped with auxiliary rear air-conditioning. If the auxiliary air-conditioning blower motor stops turning while in the medium-low blower speed setting, there is the potential that the resistor May become hot and smoke.
The risk
The motor could potentially catch on fire.
The fix
Dealers will install a jumper wire that will ensure that the medium-low blower speed setting is protected by the thermal limiter. Owner notification began augsut 27, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-262 (01V262000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 01S26 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner |
| Report date | August 15, 2001 |
| Owners notified | August 27, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 413,245 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the a/c & heater
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-262 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a jumper wire that will ensure that the medium-low blower speed setting is protected by the thermal limiter. Owner notification began augsut 27, 2001.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 413,245 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.