NHTSA Recall 01V078000
NHTSA Campaign Id 01V078000; Date: Mar. 12, 2001
A short circuit could lead to either the brake lamps staying on, or to a loss of brake lamp function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2000 Ford Taurus; 2001 Ford Taurus; 2000 Mercury Sable; 2001 Mercury Sable
Component: Exterior Lighting:tail Lights:switch
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 157,000
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with adjustable pedals. If the grease from the adjustable pedal assembly enters the stop lamp switch, it can contaminate the contacts leading to carbon build up, and potentially, a short circuit.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the brake lamp switch and wipe down the adjustable pedal assembly to remove excess grease. Owner notification began March 22, 2001. 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 1-800-392-3673.
Recall Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 22, 2001
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