NHTSA Recall 89V081000
NHTSA Campaign Id 89V081000; Date: May. 19, 1989
This could cause a reduction in brake performancethat could result in an accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1989 Ford Thunderbird; 1989 Mercury Cougar
Component: Service Brakes, Air:disc:caliper
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 113,200
Recall Summary:
Due to contact between the brake caliper of the inboard front wheel and the front stabilizer bar, there may be increased brake pedal travel following low speed turning maneuvers.
How to Fix:
Install acorn type front suspension strut nuts to eliminate stabilizer bar to brake caliper contact.
Recall Notes:
System: brakes/suspension. Vehicle description: passenger cars.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 9, 1989
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