Ford Taurus Recall 86V144: Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar

NHTSA campaign 86V144, reported October 28, 1986, 4,714 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 86V144FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Component: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Problem: STEERING SHAFT ASSEMBLIES CONTAIN LOWER SHAFTS OF INSUFFICIENT LENGTH FOR PROPER ATTACHMENT TO THE SHAFT INSULATOR FLANGE. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SHAFT COULD SEPARATE, RESULTING IN TOTAL LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE ACCIDENT.
Risk
Remedy: REPLACE STEERING SHAFT ASSEMBLY, AS NECESSARY.
Notes: SYSTEM: STEERING SHAFT ASSEMBLY.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.

Ford Taurus	1987
Mercury Sable	1987