Ford Recall 99V-361: Equipment – labels

Affected: 2000 Ford Contour, 2000 Mercury Mystique. Filed with NHTSA on December 29, 1999, covering about 1,381 vehicles.

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. An incorrect label was installed on the driver side rear door. This label contains instructions for the activation of the childproof safety locks.

The risk

The operator of the vehicle May believe the childproof safety lock was activated when it was not, potentially allowing the door to be opened from the inside.

The fix

Owners will be provided with a replacement label and installation instructions.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign99V-361 (99V361000)
Manufacturer number99L02
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
ComponentEquipment › Other › Labels
Report dateDecember 29, 1999
Owners notifiedJanuary 10, 2000
Vehicles affected1,381
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the equipment & accessories

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 99V-361 repair free?

Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners will be provided with a replacement label and installation instructions.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,381 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.