Mercury Recall : Electrical System:Battery:Cable

1990 Mercury Cougar

Cable protective covering and insulation could wear through and cause a direct short to ground, resulting in overheating of the cable insulation and possibly a underhood fire.

Electrical System — 12v/24v/48v Battery — Cables

Summary
Battery to starter cables are longer than specified; excessive cable length could contact engine damper pulley.
Actions
Replace battery to starter cable with correct length cable.
Documents (1)

Click a tab for more information.

Date Announced
FEB 12, 1990
Vehicles Affected
72
NHTSA Campaign #
90V026000
Find something helpful? Spread the word.

Become a Fan & Spread the Word