NHTSA Recall 96V016000
NHTSA Campaign Id 96V016000; Date: Jan. 25, 1996
Consequence of non-compliance: if the switch malfuntions, the brake system warning lamp will either remain illuminated continuously or fail to light as intended when the fluid level falls to a certain level. In either case, the vehicle operator would not be warned of a low brake fluid level condition.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 Ford Taurus; 1996 Mercury Sable
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:switches:brake Warning
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 76,500
Recall Summary:
The brake system fluid level indicator lamp switch can malfunction. This does not comply with fmvss no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems. "
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the brake system fluid level indicator lamp switches.
Recall Notes:
System: brakes; hydraulic; switch; brake warning; fmvss no. 105. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. 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 1-800-392-3673. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 21, 1996
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