Sable V6-3.0L VIN U (1999)
Fluid Line/Hose: Recalls
Recall 98V288000: Incorrect A/T Cooler Line Installed
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 98V288000
Component: POWER TRAIN: TRANSMISSION: AUTOMATIC: COOLING UNIT AND LINES
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Year: 1999
Make: FORD
Model: TAURUS
Year of Recall: '98
Type of Report: Vehicle
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1800
Summary:
Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles equipped 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.
Transmission fluid leakage onto the exhaust manifold or catalytic converter can result in a fire.
Dealers will install the appropriate transmission oil cooler line.
Owner notification began November 25, 1998. 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 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
