NHTSA recall 96V166000
Power Train · Ford Motor Company
Details
What's wrong: The park pawl abutment bracket has a sharp edge which can cause the parking pawl to hang up and not engage the park gear. This would allow the vehicle to move even though the gear shift indicator shows that the vehicle is in park.
Why it matters: Unintended and unexpected vehicle movement can result in personal injury and property damage.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the park pawl abutment bracket.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 1996 Ford Taurus
- 1996 Ford Windstar
- 1996 Mercury Sable
- 1997 Ford Taurus
- 1997 Lincoln Continental
- 1997 Mercury Sable
All model years NHTSA lists
1996 Ford Taurus, 1997 Ford Taurus, 1996 Ford Windstar, 1997 Lincoln Continental, 1996 Mercury Sable, 1997 Mercury Sable.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 96V166000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.