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Safety recall · 89V171000

Exterior lighting: switch Ford, Mercury recall

FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this recall to NHTSA on October 13, 1989. It covers about 2,900 vehicles across 2 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
89V171000
Reported
Oct 13, 1989
Vehicles
2,900
Area
Lights

The problem

An incorrect transistor may cause autolamp system light sensor module malfunction.

The risk

Headlamps could turn off while vehicle is being driven orremain on after vehicle is parked. Loss of headlights while driving at nightcould be hazardous to the driver and other trafific.

The fix

REPLACE LIGHT SENSOR MODULES.

Contacts

System: autolamp headlamp control.Vehicle description: passenger cars with autolamp headlamp control system.

What to do

  1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Ford, Mercury dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 89V171000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1990 Ford Taurus08D
1990 Mercury Sable1697C

Questions

Is the 89V171000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. FORD MOTOR COMPANY's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 89V171000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 89V171000 announced?

FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported it to NHTSA on October 13, 1989. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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