Got my recall notice in the mail today for airbag replacement. Not too overjoyed about taking and/or leaving the car at the Dealer. Will have to wait until spring when she comes out of storage. Rather babysit it when they do it. Better yet, do it myself or have the GTG's do it. Thanks Takata.
Got my Ford GT Recall Notice Today for Air Bag Replacement
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GKW05GT
GT Owner
I was in the same dilemma but I know a guy who worked at the dealer and told him I would not leave my car alone or allow anyone to drive it. He arraigned to have his best trim guy to do the job and this guy had never worked on a GT but assured me the guy was very careful and read the instructions and understood the procedure. I drove the car inside and watched the whole time. This is a very simple job involves removing 2 plastic disks on the steering column, taking out 2 bolts holding the air bag assembly, removing and replacing the actuator, and reverse procedure. It would be easy to do yourself but I doubt Ford would allow that for liability issues. The key here is being involved the whole time.
By the way everyone who worked there including the owner came by and checked out the car and were very excited to look it over up close.
I think they have a program to come to your house but would rather take my car in as long as I was involved.
By the way everyone who worked there including the owner came by and checked out the car and were very excited to look it over up close.
I think they have a program to come to your house but would rather take my car in as long as I was involved.
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twobjshelbys
GT Owner
Was your recall for both sides or driver's side only? The web check for my VIN says only driver's side.
GKW05GT
GT Owner
GT Tech
Ford GT Team Alumni
I'm not sure if the dealer did it, but it's really important to disconnect the battery ground cable before proceeding with any air bag removal. I've installed or changed more than a few air bags and really would not relish getting a face full of air bag caused by an errant spark or power surge. Maybe I'm just over cautious, but better safe than sorry.
At Wixom, we installed the air bags long before battery hook up.
At Wixom, we installed the air bags long before battery hook up.
fjpikul
GT Owner
bonehead
GT Owner
Just got my notice for the driver's side only. Good to know there are actual separate notices for each side. Not too happy that I didn't get one for the passenger bag, though. Anyone know if it's possible to get just the parts from the dealer?
twobjshelbys
GT Owner
Yep, got it today too. Funny thing is it came to our LV address and in my wife's name! She's never driven the car and is listed only on the registration (but not on the #1 line). They must have tracked me down from my last-day-of-December registration though.
I'll wait a few days for a second letter, but only have recall 14B09 for driver's side. It sounds like others are getting one side only too so not all are for both.
I'll wait a few days for a second letter, but only have recall 14B09 for driver's side. It sounds like others are getting one side only too so not all are for both.
Vincent998
GT Owner
I got my letter today also. I had already spoken to my local Ford dealer about the fix, and they refuse to touch it, so I'm not sure what I will do. The nearest "reliable" dealer is 90 miles away in Portland. I'll probably wait until summer when the weather is reliably good and then drive there.
Cheers
David
Cheers
David
PeteK
GT Owner
I got my notice to day too. It's just for the driver's side. I'm not in a rush to get it done. If anyone has high recommendations for Ford dealers in the DC area, please let me know.
AJB
GT
I received my letter today. It is also just for the Drivers Side inflator.
Will wait until April at the earliest..
2006
andy (ajb)
Will wait until April at the earliest..
2006
andy (ajb)
texas mongrel
GT Owner
Checked the Ford site, put in my VIN (2006/#1853) and no recalls. I wonder what the cut-off VIN is for the later model cars that don't need replacement?
PL510*Jeff
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