NHTSA Campaign #08E033000 SUSPENSION

APRIL 14
2008

6,903 vehicles recalled

1999 FORD CONTOUR -- Federal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between November 9, 2007 and March 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts. The part numbers packaged with incorrect nuts are: K7147, K7329, K8683, and 104353. These parts were made for use on the various vehicles listed above.

The nuts included in the packaging for these ball joint assemblies are missing the intended prevailing torque (self-locking) feature. If the incorrect nut was to become loose, the joining members may loosen leading to a separation of the ball joint. This may result in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during April or May 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08E033000 »

NHTSA Campaign #06E022000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

MARCH 13
2006

7,440 vehicles recalled

1999 FORD CONTOUR -- Certain aftermarket brake hydraulic master cylinders sold as replacement brake cylinders for certain Ford, DaimlerChrysler, and Jeep passenger vehicles. These brake cylinders were sold under the brand names of Napa, raybestos, aimco, ac delco, Carquest, bendix, and wagner. Only products that were manufactured from July 27, 2005 through January 17, 2006 (date codes 0529 through 0602) are subject to this recall. When subject to very cold temperatures, an internal seal in the master cylinder could lose flexibility and may cause brake fluid to leak.

Loss of brake fluid can lead to a decrease in brake line pressure and an increase in stopping distance, which can result in a vehicle crash.

Affinia (brake parts, Inc.) will replace the subject brake hydraulic master cylinders free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2006. Owners can contact affina group customer service at 1-800-323-0354. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E022000 »

NHTSA Campaign #00V350000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

OCTOBER 30
2000

3,750 vehicles recalled

1999 FORD CONTOUR -- Vehicle description: Bi-fuel vehicles. These vehicles may have a fuel tank filler pipe grommet that could have been damaged during the installation of the bi-fuel system. If the grommet is damaged, fuel could leak. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel tank filler pipe grommet.

If the grommet is damaged, fuel could leak. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Dealers will replace the fuel tank filler pipe grommet. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #00V350000 »

NHTSA Campaign #00V075000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS

MARCH 09
2000

436,200 vehicles recalled

1999 FORD CONTOUR -- Vehicle description: Passenger vehicles not equipped with the anti-lock braking system (ABS). A pressure conscious reducing valve (PCRV) in the rear brakes may be subject to corrosion and result in malfunction, when operated in areas that use salt compounds on the roadway for de-icing or dust control.

If both PCRV's malfunction, vehicle handling could be adversely affected during braking as a result of the rear wheels locking, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will install improved PCRV's in the rear brake system. This recall was expanded in September 2000 to include 1999 and 2000 Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique and Cougar vehicles. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #00V075000 »

NHTSA Campaign #99V060000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

MARCH 17
1999

4,569 vehicles recalled

1999 FORD CONTOUR -- Vehicle description: Passenger vehicles built with automatic transmissions which utilize a park/lock solenoid. It is possible to rotate the ignition key to the lock position and remove the key without the shift lever and transmission being in park. These vehicles do not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 114, "Theft Protection."

This could result in a crash and possible personal injury.

Dealers will inspect these vehicles. Vehicles that have units with ignition keys removable in gear positions other than park, will have the steering column replaced. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #99V060000 »