The problem
Vehicle description: minivans. The tail light socket May have been improperly molded, resulting in the locking tab having insufficient force to retain the bulb.
The risk
If the bulb falls out of the socket, the brake or tail lamp function cannot occur.
The fix
Dealers will replace the tail lamp sockets.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V347001 (99V347001) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 99S36 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Tail lights |
| Report date | December 10, 1999 |
| Owners notified | January 19, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 41,891 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the lights
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V347001 repair free?
Yes. Mercury dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the tail lamp sockets.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 41,891 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.