1999 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable recall: cooling unit and lines
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on November 9, 1998. It covers about 1,800 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,800
- reported
- Nov 9, 1998
- owners notified
- Nov 25, 1998
- related complaints
- 119
Power train: automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equpped with the "california" emissions package. An incorrect transmission oil cooler line was installed. The line contacts the anti-lock braking system module support bracket and over time, can wear and develop a leak.
- Risk
- Transmission fluid leakage onto the exhaust manifold or catalytic converter can result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install the appropriate transmission oil cooler line.
Recall number 98V288000
Affected vehicles
- Ford Taurus 1999 1999
- Mercury Sable 1999 1999
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 119 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 98V288000
Is there a recall on the 1999 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable cooling unit and lines?
Yes. Recall 98V288000, reported on November 9, 1998, covers about 1,800 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 98V288000?
Dealers will install the appropriate transmission oil cooler line.
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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