SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Published September 29, 2015 · Recall initiated: September 29, 2015
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 Windstar vehicles manufactured September 2, 1997, to July 3, 2003. The affected vehicles were previously remedied to safeguard against the rear axle cracking from corrosion, however, the remedy brackets may have been misinstalled. The incorrect bracket installations may limit the effectiveness of the service repair for NHTSA recalls 10V-385, 12V-193, and 12V-195.
What to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brackets to verify their proper installation. If a bracket is found to have been misinstalled, the rear axle will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S27.
Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- WINDSTAR
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2000 FORD WINDSTAR | 2003 FORD WINDSTAR | 1998 FORD WINDSTAR | 1999 FORD WINDSTAR | 2001 FORD WINDSTAR | 2002 FORD WINDSTAR
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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