Investigation RQ98016: 1992 Ford Taurus

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Sep 29, 1998

Closed

Jan 12, 1999

Model years

1992

Subject

Front suspension spring breakage

Component: Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs

Summary

Front suspension springs ay break due to manufacturing crachs in combination with corrosion.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1992 Ford Taurus681 complaints