NHTSA Recall 99V147000: Master cylinder (service brakes)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 789,723 vehicles. It affects 1996–1999 Ford Windstar.
| NHTSA campaign | 99V147000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 99S17 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › MASTER CYLINDER |
| Report received | June 14, 1999 |
| Owner notification | June 16, 1999 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
Vehicle description: minivans. The brake fluid master cylinder is recessed and oriented in the engine compartment so that the brake fluid warning statement embossed on both the top of the filler cap and the side of the reservoir body are not entirely visible by direct view. These vehicles may not fully comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 135, "passenger car brake systems."
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with new labels and installation instructions.
Notes
Owner notification began june 16, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 99V147000
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.