NHTSA recall 98I001000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Ford Motor Company
Details
What's wrong: This is not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Ford is initiating an owner notification program for owners of certain 1995-1997 crown victoria model vehicles with police, taxi, and commercial fleet packages and town car vehicles with the livery package. These vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the brake line and…
Why it matters: This could lead to brake fluid loss for the rear brakes and, potentially, increased stopping distances.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the brake lines for wear, install two new tube bundle clips, and check the brake lines for proper clearances. If the brake lines are worn, the damaged section of the brake line will be replaced.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 1995 Ford Crown Victoria
- 1995 Lincoln Town Car
- 1996 Ford Crown Victoria
- 1996 Lincoln Town Car
- 1997 Ford Crown Victoria
- 1997 Lincoln Town Car
All model years NHTSA lists
1995 Ford Crown Victoria, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria, 1997 Ford Crown Victoria, 1995 Lincoln Town Car, 1996 Lincoln Town Car, 1997 Lincoln Town Car.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 98I001000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.