NHTSA recall 86V065000
Exterior lighting › Headlights
Mercury Cougar
Reported May 21, 1986163 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYBuilt Feb 1, 1986 – Mar 1, 1986
The defect
Headlamp covers were installed on vehicles in error. causing the cars not to comply with fmvss 108, lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment. consequence of defect: the headlamp covers may hinder the safe operation of the car in darkness and other conditions of reduced visibility.
The remedy
Remove headlamp covers.