1969 MERCURY MERCURY Recalls (2)

Campaign:: 77V009000 on 10/11/1979
Component:: Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm
Affected:: 5,387
Defect:: The front wheel spindle on the involved vehicles may crack in service. spindle stem separation could occur due to failure of the stem at the inner bearing fillet location.
Correction:: The dealer will replace both front spindles, if necessary, free of charge.
Notes:: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with police package andoptional front disc brakes.system: steering; front wheel spindle.consequences of defect: should separation occur, loss of vehicle control and anaccident could result.
Campaign:: 68V126000 on 10/11/1979
Component:: Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:differential proportional valve
Affected:: 75,000
Notes:: Possibility front brake hoses incorrectly routed on vehicles equipped with drum-type brakes.improperly positioned hoses may be damaged through contact with brake drums, causing front brakes to become inoperative.however, rear brakes would not be affected due to dual brake system.(correct by inspecting and properly routing hoses where necessary.)