Recalls for 1989 Mercury Cougar

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER

Posted on: 1989-06-05
Description
Due to contact between the brake caliper of the inboard front wheel and the front stabilizer bar, there may be increased brake pedal travel following low speed turning maneuvers.

Consequence
This could cause a reduction in brake performancethat could result in an accident.

Corrective Action
Install acorn type front suspension strut nuts to eliminate stabilizer bar to brake caliper contact.

Notes
System: brakes/suspension.vehicle description: passenger cars.

DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS

Posted on: 1989-06-05
Description
Improperly heat treated rear suspension knuckles could experience high mileage fatigue cracks and eventual fracture.

Consequence
This could result in rear suspension failure at theaffected wheel with an adverse affect on control of the car, which couldcause an accident.

Corrective Action
Replace knuckles that have the affected lot codes.

Notes
System: rear suspension knuckles.vehicle description: passenger cars.

DEFECT #3 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING

Posted on: 1988-10-28
Description
Plastic rollover valve mounting plate may not be properly sealed to the plastic fuel tank.

Consequence
Fuel or vapor could leak, which could result in a vehiclefire.

Corrective Action
Replace fuel tank.

Notes
System: fuel tank.vehicle description: passenger cars.

DEFECT #4 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Posted on: 1996-05-01
Description
The ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit.

Consequence
This condition could cause overheating, smoke, and possibly fire in the steering column area of the vehicle.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the ignition switch.

Notes
System: electrical; ignition switch.  Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles and light duty trucks.  Note: 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 1-800-424-9393.