NHTSA Recall 91V134000: Rotor (service brakes)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 325,000 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ford Taurus.
| NHTSA campaign | 91V134000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC › ROTOR |
| Report received | August 6, 1991 |
| Owner notification | September 26, 1991 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Front disc brake rotors of the subject vehicles may experience severe corrosion if operated in areas where calcium chloride and sodium chloride are used extensively.
Safety risk
Severely corroded rotors may fracture or separate nearthe inner edges of the brake discs resulting in reduced braking effectiveness,higher than normal pedal efforts, loud grinding noises, and moderate pulls whenthe brakes are applied. Reduced braking effectiveness may increase minimumstopping distances, possibly resulting in an accident.
Remedy
Replace front brake rotors with full cast front brake rotors.
Notes
System: brakes.vehicle description: passenger vehicles sold or registered in the following states: ct, il, in, me, ma, mi, nh, nj, ny, oh, pa, ri, vt, and wi.
Vehicles covered by recall 91V134000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Taurus | 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 |
| Lincoln Continental | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 |
| Mercury Sable | 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 |
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.