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1998 Ford Windstar Recalls

NHTSA safety recall results (1)

Recall information provided by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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Recall date
Recall no.
99V147

On certain minivans, the brake fluid master cylinder is recessed and oriented in the engine compartment so that the brake fluid warning statement embossed on both the top of the filler cap and the side of the reservoir body are not entirely visible by direct view. These vehicles may not fully comply with requirements of FMVSS No. 135, "Passenger Car Brake Systems".

Recall consequence
Recall action
Owners will be provided with new labels and installation instructions. Owner notification was to begin in July 1999. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
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