Recall 00V-075: 1996–2000 Ford Contour, 1999–2000 Mercury Cougar and 1 more
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Mar 9, 2000, covering about 436,200 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles not equipped with the anti-lock braking system (Abs). A pressure conscious reducing valve (Pcrv) in the rear brakes may be subject to corrosion and result in malfunction, when operated in areas that use salt compounds on the roadway for de-icing or dust control.
The risk
If both pcrv's malfunction, vehicle handling could be adversely affected during braking as a result of the rear wheels locking, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install improved pcrv's in the rear brake system. This recall was expanded in september 2000 to include 1999 and 2000 ford contour, mercury mystique and cougar vehicles.
Notes
Owner notification began april 3, 2000 for the 1996-1998 model vehicles and on october 11, 2000, for the 1999-2000 model vehicles.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V075000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Contour | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Mercury Cougar | 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Mercury Mystique | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 00V-075?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles not equipped with the anti-lock braking system (Abs). A pressure conscious reducing valve (Pcrv) in the rear brakes may be subject to corrosion and result in malfunction, when operated in areas that use salt compounds on the roadway for de-icing or dust control.
How is recall 00V-075 fixed?
Dealers will install improved pcrv's in the rear brake system. This recall was expanded in september 2000 to include 1999 and 2000 ford contour, mercury mystique and cougar vehicles.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.