Recall 96V-016
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1996 Ford Taurus and 1 other model: Service brakes, hydraulic (brake fluid low warning, lamp).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-016
- Reported
- January 25, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 76,500 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The brake system fluid level indicator lamp switch can malfunction. This does not comply with fmvss no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems."
The risk
Consequence of non-compliance: if the switch malfuntions, the brake system warning lamp will either remain illuminated continuously or fail to light as intended when the fluid level falls to a certain level. In either case, the vehicle operator would not be warned of a low brake fluid level condition.
The fix
Dealers will replace the brake system fluid level indicator lamp switches.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: brakes; hydraulic; switch; brake warning; fmvss no. 105.vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact ford at 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Ford Taurus 1996
- Mercury Sable 1996