The problem
Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles, eddie bauer and limited editions. The key-in-ignition/door open warning chime May not function when the door is opened. This does not fully comply with FMVSS no. 114, "theft protection."
The risk
The standard specified that a warning to the driver shall be actuated whenever the key has been left in the locking system and the driver's door is opened.
The fix
Dealers will install a jumper wire to provide the necessary ground circuit in these vehicles.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 97V-215 (97V215000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Electrical system › Ignition › Anti-theft › Control module |
| Report date | November 24, 1997 |
| Owners notified | December 19, 1997 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,100 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 97V-215 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a jumper wire to provide the necessary ground circuit in these vehicles.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,100 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.