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Mercury Grand Marquis Recall 87V012: Steering:Linkages:Rod:Relay:Connecting

NHTSA campaign 87V012, reported February 9, 1987, 29,600 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 87V012FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:ROD:RELAY:CONNECTING
Problem
STEERING CENTERLINKS MAY BREAK AT A BEND LOCATION.
Risk
STEERING CONTROL WOULD BE DIMINISHED, WITH REDUCEDCONTROL OF LEFT WHEEL ONLY AND CONSIDERABLE STEERING WHEEL FREE PLAY.
Remedy
REPLACE STEERING CENTERLINK.
Notes
SYSTEM: STERING CENTERLINKS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH 5.0 LITER ENGINES.

Affected vehicles

Ford Crown Victoria1987
Lincoln Town CAR1987
Mercury Grand Marquis1987