NHTSA Recall 94V152000
NHTSA Campaign Id 94V152000; Date: Aug. 9, 1994
Occurrence of any of these conditions can result in a loss of braking capability and possible accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1994 Ford Crown Victoria; 1994 Lincoln Town Car; 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 214,000
Recall Summary:
The nuts and bolts that attach the rear brake adaptor to the axle housing flange can loosen and eventually separate. If one or more of the nuts come off the bolts, damage to the parking brake assembly or to the antilock brake system (abs) sensor and sensor ring (if so equipped) will occur. If all four nuts on one end of the axle come off the bolts, damage to the brake hydraulic line or the parking brake cable can occur.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and, if needed, install new bolts. If any of the fasteners are disconnected, the parking brake and abs components will be inspected and serviced.
Recall Notes:
System: brakes; hydraulic system. Vehicle description: passenger cars. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact Ford service center at 1-800-392-3673. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 9, 1994
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