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1996-1999 Ford Windstar recall: master cylinder

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on June 14, 1999. It covers about 789,723 vehicles.

vehicles affected
789,723
reported
Jun 14, 1999
owners notified
Jun 16, 1999
related complaints
679

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder

What is wrong
Vehicle description: minivans. The brake fluid master cylinder is recessed and oriented in the engine compartment so that the brake fluid warning statement embossed on both the top of the filler cap and the side of the reservoir body are not entirely visible by direct view. These vehicles may not fully comply with requirements of fmvss no. 135, "passenger car brake systems."
Remedy
Owners will be provided with new labels and installation instructions.

Recall number 99V147000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 679 complaints about brakes problems.

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Questions about recall 99V147000

Is there a recall on the 1996-1999 Ford Windstar master cylinder?

Yes. Recall 99V147000, reported on June 14, 1999, covers about 789,723 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V147000?

Owners will be provided with new labels and installation instructions.

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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