NHTSA recall 97V097000
Power Train · Ford Motor Company
June 9, 1997report date
100,000units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: The low/intermediate servo cover can separate from the transaxle while the vehicle is being driven. If this occurs, transmission fluid will leak contacting the catalytic converter.
Why it matters: The catalytic converter temperature may be hot enough to ignite the transmission fluid and cause a vehicle fire.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the transmission and replace these servo covers.
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All model years NHTSA lists
1997 Ford Taurus, 1997 Ford Windstar, 1998 Ford Windstar, 1997 Mercury Sable.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 97V097000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.