Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES | ||||||||||||||||
| 94V198000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 09/01/1994 to 09/01/1994 | V (Vehicle) | 1500 | 12/23/1994 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 10/11/1994 | 10/28/1994 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The retainer clip which holds the master cylinder push rod to the brake pedal arm is missing or not completely installed. the push rod can separate from the brake pedal arm. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This can result in loss of braking ability and an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install the retainer clip. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brakes; hydraulic; pedals and linkages.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - ROTOR | |||||
| 9845 | 03/02/1998 | 601264 | Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *yc | 07/15/1998 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||||
| 985A6 | 03/18/1998 | 601004 | Some vehicles may cycle when brakes are applied on rough roads or on an incline while making a sharp turn. *yc | 12/14/2000 | |
| 95212 | 10/01/1995 | 46478 | The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because it may be incompatible with the rubber material used in the disc brake system. if petroleum-based grease is used to lubricate any par | 04/25/1996 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||||
| 9674 | 03/25/1996 | 613327 | Experiencing a squeal noise coming from the rear brakes on some vehicles when braking. *tt | 06/21/2000 | |
| 99194 | 09/20/1999 | 6090082 | Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement. *tt | 03/06/2000 | |
| 985A20 | 03/18/1998 | 601020 | A squealing noise may come from the rear brakes on some vehicles when braking. *tt | 06/18/1998 | |
| 985A11 | 03/18/1998 | 601009 | Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums. *yc | 06/17/1998 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||||
| 985A13 | 03/18/1998 | 601012 | The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable. *yc | 06/17/1998 | |
| BC8890950401 | 04/01/1995 | 3031400 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| 9562 | 03/01/1995 | 39900 | Roughness concern during brake application. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||||
| 9814 | 01/19/1998 | 605562 | Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *tt | 07/09/1999 | |
| 985A5 | 03/18/1998 | 601003 | Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use. *yc | 06/17/1998 | |
| 94235 | 11/01/1994 | 37731 | Front disc brake noise while braking. *tw | 01/06/1995 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - SWITCHES - BRAKE LIGHT | |||||
| 02176 | 09/02/2002 | 10008580 | Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj | 08/05/2004 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 07/31/2006 | 74560 | 1 | 03/01/1996 |
| Dt*: the contact stated that the vehicle slows down and will not accelerate until the vehicle stalls to a stop. the vehicle runs fine after it is restarted. the dealership and two independent repair shops could not duplicate the problem. there was nothing illuminated on the dash prior to each incident. updated 10/4/2006 -the consumer noticed that teh abs light has illuminated twice, once while the vehicle was running and once while it was not. *nm | |||
| 08/09/1999 | |||
| Ongoing / intermittent problem with front wheels locking up whenever making a turn ( more so when making a right turn). dealer notified, and inspection / repairs were made, but problem still reoccurring. *ak | |||
| 08/14/1999 | 10 | 04/01/1997 | |
| This problem had only occurred previously when idling at traffic lights, etc. this was the first time it happened going down the highway. we were traveling down a two lane highway at 60 mph when suddenly the engine stalled. we managed to get it off the side of the road. when the car stalls, the power brakes and power steering quits also. it was 104 degrees outside and spending 1-1/2 hours on the side of the road with a four year old without anything to drink was horrible, she could have dehydrated very easily. the manufacturer knows about the problem, sent out technical service bulletins (tsbr #96-7-5) about it, i guess it is going to take having people killed before they do something about it. the following is a list of automobiles that are involved: 89-95 ford taurus, 89-94 lincoln continental, and 89-95 mercury sable. i believe this is enough vehicles putting people's lives in danger that they should do something about it. thank you.*ak | |||
| 08/13/1998 | |||
| When brakes are applied they grab, causing excessive brake wear. dealer will install rear brakes. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 1 | 06/09/1998 | ||
| Brakes failed. *slc | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 02/01/1998 | |||
| Knocking and jump-shifting transmission during acceleration; knocking transmission during cruising after acceleration; roughing/scratching braking when applying brakes, pads/drums/discs are in the excellent condition. speedmeter needle jumped to 85 mph while driving 55 mph once. sturcture failure in the trunk, up/right corner had a crack which let rain water leaks in the trunk. my air condition gives mildrew/musky when use. my car was never in accident. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 12/04/1996 | 1 | 07/16/1996 | |
| Brake pads replaced. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 10/21/2001 | |||
| Whene vehicle is driven above 60 mph speedometer does not register the correct speed. operaton is very erratic, cause unknown. please give any further details.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 12/16/2002 | 65000 | 0 | 12/15/1998 |
| I have a 1995 mercury sable that has a bad head gasket. i was told by my mechanic that there was a recall by ford, but after calling and leaving messages, i am unable to confirm this. please advise. thank you! i am also listing numerous problems that have occurred with the suspension and brakes in the last year. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES | |||
| 04/17/1999 | |||
| While driving vehicle on the street at approximately 10 mph brake pedal broke, causing vehicle to rear end vehicle in front. dealer/manufacturer notified.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST | |||
| 08/14/1999 | 10 | 04/01/1997 | |
| This problem had only occurred previously when idling at traffic lights, etc. this was the first time it happened going down the highway. we were traveling down a two lane highway at 60 mph when suddenly the engine stalled. we managed to get it off the side of the road. when the car stalls, the power brakes and power steering quits also. it was 104 degrees outside and spending 1-1/2 hours on the side of the road with a four year old without anything to drink was horrible, she could have dehydrated very easily. the manufacturer knows about the problem, sent out technical service bulletins (tsbr #96-7-5) about it, i guess it is going to take having people killed before they do something about it. the following is a list of automobiles that are involved: 89-95 ford taurus, 89-94 lincoln continental, and 89-95 mercury sable. i believe this is enough vehicles putting people's lives in danger that they should do something about it. thank you.*ak | |||