Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Minivans Originally Sold In Or Currently Registered In The States Of ConneCTIcut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, And The District Of Columbia. During Assembly, Some Brake Lines Were Installed In A Twisted Position, Causing Contact With The Dash Panel Insulator Above The Catalytic Converter. This Contact Could Abrade The Brake Line Corrosion ProteCTIon, Consequently, Salt Or Water Absorbed In The Dash Panel Insulator Would Promote Corrosion. This Corrosion Could Ultimately Lead To A Leak In The Brake Line.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
WINDSTAR
Year
1996
Recall Campaign Number
02V101000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Leakage Of Brake Fluid Will Result In Brake Light Activation. Extended Stopping Distance Could Also Result, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Brake Line For Corrosion And Clearance Conditions. A Brake Line That Is Not Corroded Will Be Repositioned. A Brake Line That Is Corroded Or Leaking Will Be Replaced With A Nylon Coated Brake Line And Secured Using Three Retaining Clips To Assure Clearance From The Insulator. Owner Notification Began May 10, 2002. 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 1-866-436-7332.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
19940114
End Of Manufacture
19960521
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
250283
Date Owners Notified
20020510
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
20020404
Make Campaign Number
02S36