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Recall campaign85V172000

Recall 85V172000: 1986 Ford Taurus and 1 other model

Steering › Column locking › Anti-theft device
Report received
Dec 26, 1985
Manufacturer
Ford motor company
Potentially affected
4,500vehicles
Model years
1986

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

Possible consequence

If the car is left unattended with the key removed and the ignition switch not in lock position, the car can be easily stolen. Studies have shown that stolen cars are frequently involved in accidents.

Remedy

Ignition lock switch cylinder will be replaced.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.