2001 Ford Windstar | 1999 Ford Windstar | 2003 Ford Windstar | 2002 Ford Windstar | 2000 Ford Windstar — Suspension: front: control arm
Published May 3, 2012 · Recall initiated: May 3, 2012
Summary
NHTSA records recall 12V194000, published May 3, 2012. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2001 Ford Windstar | 1999 Ford Windstar | 2003 Ford Windstar | 2002 Ford Windstar | 2000 Ford Windstar — Suspension: front: control arm.
What's the hazard
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1999-2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATE OF VIRGINIA. CORROSION-RELATED FRACTURES OF THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM REAR ATTACHING BRACKETS AND BODY MOUNT ATTACHMENTS MAY OCCUR.
What to do
DEALERS WILL INSPECT BOTH FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM REAR ATTACHING BRACKETS AND BOTH BODY MOUNT ATTACHMENTS AT THE REAR OF THE FRONT SUBFRAME AND MAKE THE NECESSARY REPAIRS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 18, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- WINDSTAR
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2001 FORD WINDSTAR | 1999 FORD WINDSTAR | 2003 FORD WINDSTAR | 2002 FORD WINDSTAR | 2000 FORD WINDSTAR
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2001 Ford Windstar | 1999 Ford Windstar | 2003 Ford Windstar | 2002 Ford Windstar | 2000 Ford Windstar — Suspension: front: control arm recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V194000 on May 3, 2012. Reported hazard: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1999-2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATE OF VIRGINIA. CORROSION-RELATED FRACTURES OF THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM REAR ATTACHING BRACKETS AND BODY MOUNT ATTACHMENTS MAY OCCUR.
What should I do if I have this product?
DEALERS WILL INSPECT BOTH FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM REAR ATTACHING BRACKETS AND BOTH BODY MOUNT ATTACHMENTS AT THE REAR OF THE FRONT SUBFRAME AND MAKE THE NECESSARY REPAIRS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 18, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: WINDSTAR.