Recall 98V-028: 1998 Ford Contour, 1997–1998 Ford Taurus and 5 more
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Feb 10, 1998, covering about 571,800 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The text and/or graphics for the vehicle headlamp aiming instructions provided in the owner guides are not sufficiently clear. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
The risk
If the headlamp assemblies are replaced, customers may be confused by the aiming instructions provided in the owner guides causing the headlamps to be improperly aimed.
The fix
Owner guides containing revised aiming instructions will be mailed to owners of these vehicles.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin march 23, 1998. Owners who do not receive the free owner guide 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 | Exterior Lighting › Headlights |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V028000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Contour | 1998 | All years |
| Ford Taurus | 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Lincoln Continental | 1998 | All years |
| Lincoln Navigator | 1998 | All years |
| Lincoln Town Car | 1998 | All years |
| Mercury Mystique | 1998 | All years |
| Mercury Sable | 1997, 1998 | 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 98V-028?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The text and/or graphics for the vehicle headlamp aiming instructions provided in the owner guides are not sufficiently clear. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
How is recall 98V-028 fixed?
Owner guides containing revised aiming instructions will be mailed to owners of these 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.