Recall 96V-166
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1996 to 1997 Ford Taurus and 3 other models: Power train (automatic transmission, gear position indication (prndl)).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-166
- Reported
- September 5, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 40,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The park pawl abutment bracket has a sharp edge which can cause the parking pawl to hang up and not engage the park gear. This would allow the vehicle to move even though the gear shift indicator shows that the vehicle is in park.
The risk
Unintended and unexpected vehicle movement can result in personal injury and property damage.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the park pawl abutment bracket.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin september 23, 1996.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 to 1997
- Ford Windstar 1996
- Lincoln Continental 1997
- Mercury Sable 1996 to 1997