FUEL ECONOMY & AFTERMARKET MODIFICATIONS

[Keith Browning]

I thought this would be a good conversation piece and important to know about.

 

July 21, 2008

 

To: All Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealerships Personnel

Subject: Fuel Economy & Aftermarket Modifications

 

FUEL ECONOMY & AFTERMARKET MODIFICATIONS

In this era of $4 per gallon gasoline and diesel fuel, many of our customers will be subject to sales pitches touting devices that allegedly increase fuel economy or provide a simple alternative fuel solution. Please discourage installation of any such aftermarket equipment. Be aware that any Dealer that removes, modifies, or renders inoperative any emissions system, or installs aftermarket parts that cause the vehicle to no longer meet emissions standards may be subject to federal penalties of up to $32,500 per vehicle, whether before or after the sale or lease of the vehicle.

 

Conversion kits are illegal to sell in California without a CARB certification, known as an Executive Order (E.O.), and may additionally subject the Dealer to penalties of up to $5,000 per vehicle. Other State penalties may also apply. Even if an aftermarket kit is certified, many aftermarket kits still cause damage to the vehicle that may not be covered by Ford's warranties. Ford recommends that dealers do not install or sell these aftermarket kits to avoid penalties and causing vehicles to lose their Ford warranty coverage.

 

QUESTIONS

Questions regarding this communication should be directed to your FCSD Regional Personnel.