Recall 92V-065: 1986–1992 Ford Taurus, 1986–1992 Mercury Sable
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on May 11, 1992, covering about 654,000 vehicles.
The problem
Children can accidentally lock themselves in the footwell area of the rear-facing third seat, or in the storage compartment in station wagons not equipped with an optional third seat. Once the compartment is closed it cannot be opened from the inside.
The risk
There is a danger of air deprivation, hyperthermia,and/or panic response to a child who has locked himself or herself into thecompartment, with the possibility of asphyxiation.
The fix
Replace the self-latching assembly currently used in the rear storage compartment with a latch assembly that can only be closed with a key.
Notes
System: structure: storage compartments.vehicle description: passenger cars (Station wagons).note: ford will have sufficient quantities of the new latch assemblies availableto begin the replacement recall in july, 1992. Until the latch assembly isreplaced, ford recommends owners lock the storage compartment when not in use.also, ford advises that the latch striker can be removed to disable the currentlatch until revised latch assemblies are available.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Wheels |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 92V065000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Taurus | 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 | All years |
| Mercury Sable | 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 | 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 92V-065?
Children can accidentally lock themselves in the footwell area of the rear-facing third seat, or in the storage compartment in station wagons not equipped with an optional third seat. Once the compartment is closed it cannot be opened from the inside.
How is recall 92V-065 fixed?
Replace the self-latching assembly currently used in the rear storage compartment with a latch assembly that can only be closed with a key.
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.