Recall 98V-288
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1999 Ford Taurus and 1 other model: Power train (automatic transmission, cooling unit and lines).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 98V-288
- Reported
- November 9, 1998
- Vehicles affected
- 1,800 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equpped with the "california" emissions package. An incorrect transmission oil cooler line was installed. The line contacts the anti-lock braking system module support bracket and over time, can wear and develop a leak.
The risk
Transmission fluid leakage onto the exhaust manifold or catalytic converter can result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will install the appropriate transmission oil cooler line.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began november 25, 1998. 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 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Ford Taurus 1999
- Mercury Sable 1999