1996 FORD ECONOLINE -- Ford is recalling 225,000 MY 1992-2003 Econoline, MY 1993-1995 Taurus sho, MY 1992-1998 Crown Victoria, MY 1993 Bronco, F-series, MY 1995-1997 F-series Super Duty stripped chassis, MY 1992-1998 Mercury Grand Marquis, and MY 1992-1995 Lincoln town car vehicles. The affected vehicles were previously repaired using a wiring harness that is not compatible with the vehicle circuit polarity.

As a result, the fuse is located in the output circuit rather than in the intended input power feed circuit, and may not offer the intended protection in the event of an electrical short to ground.

Dealers will install a new wiring harness, or replace the mating electrical component. The recall began on February 18, 2008. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V051000 »

1996 FORD ECONOLINE -- On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.

Overheating could result in smoke or burn and an underhood fire.

Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2006. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. (note: Also see recalls 05V017 and 05V388) For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06V286000 »

1996 FORD ECONOLINE -- The parking brake systems may not hold the vehicles on a 20% grade with foot pedal efforts of 125 pounds or less. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 105, "Hydraulic Brake Systems."

The vehicle may roll after being parked increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.

Dealers will adjust the parking brake system on the affected vehicles. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #96V214000 »