NHTSA recall 01V032000
Exterior Lighting · Ford Motor Company
February 6, 2001report date
33,000units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: The brake lamp switch terminals could overheat.
Why it matters: This could cause either a loss of brake lamp function or continuously illuminated brake lamps, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install a new stop lamp extension harness with bronze terminals at the brake lamp switch connector, and also inspect the brake lamp switch for signs of overheating and replace, as required. Owner notification began March 22, 2001.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1999 Mercury Cougar.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 01V032000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.