Reason for recall: Affected vehicles have brass terminal (instead of bronze) in the brake lamp switch jumper harness. This could lead to malfunction of the brake lamp switch.
When was it announced?
May 8, 2001
What action are Ford taking?
Brake lamp switch jumper harness to be replaced on all affected vehicles brake lamp switch to be inspected for heat damage and replaced if necessary.
Does this affect your Cougar?
This issue affects COUGAR, this particular recall is for the Cougar.