Recall 91V-189: 1989–1991 Ford Aerostar, 1990 Ford Bronco II and 2 more
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Nov 4, 1991, covering about 792,000 vehicles.
The problem
When the automatic transmission shift lever is placed in the park position, the park pawl does not always abut or engage the park gear.
The risk
Driver may believe the vehicle is safely engaged in parkwhen the gear is not truly engaged. This can lead to the vehicle jumping out ofgear unintentionally, vehicle rollaway when parked on a sloped surface, andinadvertent motion when the vehicle is started. All of these conditions canresult in a vehicle accident.
The fix
Repair the transmission with a new park pawl.
Notes
System: transmission.vehicle description: pickup trucks, vans, and multi-purpose vehicles equippedwith a4ld automatic transmissions.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Automatic Transmission |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 91V189000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Aerostar | 1989, 1990, 1991 | All years |
| Ford Bronco II | 1990 | All years |
| Ford Explorer | 1991 | All years |
| Ford Ranger | 1990, 1991 | 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 91V-189?
When the automatic transmission shift lever is placed in the park position, the park pawl does not always abut or engage the park gear.
How is recall 91V-189 fixed?
Repair the transmission with a new park pawl.
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.