1997 Ford Probe recall: engine
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on November 3, 1998. It covers about 5,700 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 5,700
- reported
- Nov 3, 1998
- owners notified
- Nov 23, 1998
- related complaints
- 13
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. An external spring in the timing belt tensioner can break and get caught in the timing belt.
- Risk
- This condition can result in possible engine stalling.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the tensioner and replace it if necessary.
Recall number 98V206002
Affected vehicles
- Ford Probe 1997 1997
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 13 complaints about engine problems.
Questions about recall 98V206002
Is there a recall on the 1997 Ford Probe engine?
Yes. Recall 98V206002, reported on November 3, 1998, covers about 5,700 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 98V206002?
Dealers will inspect the tensioner and replace it if necessary.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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