Recall 91V-134
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1990 to 1991 Ford Taurus and 2 other models: Service brakes, hydraulic (foundation components, disc, rotor).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 91V-134
- Reported
- August 6, 1991
- Vehicles affected
- 325,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Front disc brake rotors of the subject vehicles may experience severe corrosion if operated in areas where calcium chloride and sodium chloride are used extensively.
The risk
Severely corroded rotors may fracture or separate nearthe inner edges of the brake discs resulting in reduced braking effectiveness,higher than normal pedal efforts, loud grinding noises, and moderate pulls whenthe brakes are applied. Reduced braking effectiveness may increase minimumstopping distances, possibly resulting in an accident.
The fix
Replace front brake rotors with full cast front brake rotors.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: brakes.vehicle description: passenger vehicles sold or registered in the following states: ct, il, in, me, ma, mi, nh, nj, ny, oh, pa, ri, vt, and wi.
Affected vehicles
- Ford Taurus 1990 to 1991
- Lincoln Continental 1990 to 1991
- Mercury Sable 1990 to 1991