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NHTSA Recall 91V036000: Seats

FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 278,000 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Taurus.

278,000
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
1991
owners notified (May 10)
NHTSA campaign91V036000
ComponentSEATS
Report receivedMarch 4, 1991
Owner notificationMay 10, 1991
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

The power seat switch wiring is routed over rather than under the front seat support brace, allowing damage by seat cushion spring ends when seat is occupied.

Safety risk

Power seat switch wiring insulation may become abraded,or punctured, and an electrical short could occur that could result in a firein the seat cushion material.

Remedy

Revise routing of power seat wiring to prevent damage from seat cushion spring contact.

Notes

System: power seat switch wiring.vehicle description: passenger cars.

Vehicles covered by recall 91V036000

Make and modelModel years
Ford Taurus1988, 1989
Mercury Sable1988, 1989

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.