Recall 91V-009
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1991 Mercury Capri: Power train (automatic transmission, cooling unit and lines).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 91V-009
- Reported
- January 8, 1991
- Vehicles affected
- 4,200 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The rubber tube that connects the transmission to the transmission oil cooler (in the radiator) may disconnect causing discharge of fluid.
The risk
Discharged transmission fluid may strike the exhaustmanifold or the exhaust pipe and result in a fire.
The fix
Install revised line and clamps to improve line retention to the transmission.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: transmission oil cooler line.vehicle description: passenger cars.
Affected vehicles
- Mercury Capri 1991