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Recall 96V-071: 1988–1991 Ford Aerostar, 1988–1991 Ford Bronco and 16 more

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Apr 25, 1996, covering about 7,900,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
96V-071
Report date
Apr 25, 1996
Vehicles affected
7,900,000
Owners notified
Jun 7, 1996

The problem

The ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit.

The risk

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

The fix

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentElectrical System › Ignition
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number96V071000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford Aerostar1988, 1989, 1990, 1991All years
Ford Bronco1988, 1989, 1990, 1991All years
Ford Crown Victoria1988, 1989All years
Ford Escort1988, 1989, 1990All years
Ford EXP1988All years
Ford F-1501991All years
Ford F-2501991All years
Ford F-3501991All years
Ford F1501988, 1989, 1990All years
Ford F2501988, 1989, 1990All years
Ford F3501988, 1989, 1990All years
Ford Mustang1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993All years
Ford Tempo1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993All years
Ford Thunderbird1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993All years
Lincoln Town Car1988, 1989All years
Mercury Cougar1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993All years
Mercury Grand Marquis1988, 1989All years
Mercury Topaz1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993All 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 96V-071?

The ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit.

How is recall 96V-071 fixed?

Dealers will replace the ignition switch.

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.