| Components - Details | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Action Number: EA86005 | Vehicale/Equipment Name: MERCURY |
| Vehicale/Equipment Model: COUGAR | Vehicale/Equipment Year: 1980 |
| Component Name: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | Manufacturer's Name: Ford Motor Company |
| Date Opened: Nov, 25 1985 | Date Closed: Jul, 23 1987 |
| Subject: POWER BRAKE BOOSTER | Summary: Summary of information from manufacturer:ford initiated service actionsto check for engine idle speed, to decrease booster runout, and to furtherreduce the initial brake pedal travel.analysis:the majority of the reports are dated in the 1979-1981 era.most accidents occurred in the first two years of operation.status:a survey of about 2,000 subject car owners concerning the boosterproblem has been completed.the acsc report was received 6/10/87.closed 7/23/87.=== |
