Recall 90V-026
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1990 Ford Thunderbird and 1 other model: Electrical system (12v/24v/48v battery, cables).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 90V-026
- Reported
- February 12, 1990
- Vehicles affected
- 72 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Battery to starter cables are longer than specified; excessive cable length could contact engine damper pulley.
The risk
Cable protective covering and insulation could wear through and cause a direct short to ground, resulting in overheating of the cable insulation and possibly a underhood fire.
The fix
Replace battery to starter cable with correct length cable.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: battery to starter cable.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with 3.8 liter engines.
Affected vehicles
- Ford Thunderbird 1990
- Mercury Cougar 1990