Equipment recall 94E036000 · November 25, 1994

Mercury Sable and Ford Taurus

The arc welds on the sway bar bracket, where it attaches to the strut reserve tube, did not fuse properly.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

This is a recall of aftermarket equipment listed for the vehicles below. It applies only if the recalled part was installed on the vehicle.

Summary: The arc welds on the sway bar bracket, where it attaches to the strut reserve tube, did not fuse properly.
Consequence: Over time, a portion of the bracket can tear away from the strut, falling into and puncturing the tire or causing damage to the wheel, which could result in an accident.
Remedy: Monroe dealers will replace the strut free of charge.
Notes: Equipment description: aftermarket shock absorbers for 1986 - 1994 Ford taurus and Mercury sable passenger cars; part 71780, 81780.IF the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact monroe at 1-800-521-6754. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 94E036000
Reported to NHTSA: November 25, 1994
Filed by: MONROE AUTO CORP.
Owner notification: December 15, 1994
Vehicles potentially affected: 98,000
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Suspension › Front › Shock absorber

Recall 94E036000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Ford Taurus (1986-1994): 1994, 1993, 1992, 1991, 1990, 1989, 1988, 1987, 1986
Mercury Sable (1986-1994): 1994, 1993, 1992, 1991, 1990, 1989, 1988, 1987, 1986

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