Large Recall NHTSA · 00V395000 Reported November 28, 2000

Ford/powertrain control module

Ford Motor Company · Power Train · 100,500 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
00V395000
Manufacturer Campaign
00S46
Manufacturer
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
100,500
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 28, 2000

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with the 3.27 or 3.55 axle ration. the subject vehicles have a powertrain control module that could allow the vehicle to exceed the design intent top speed. at these extreme speeds, the vehicle could be capable of exceeding the speed rating of the tire.

Safety Consequence

Operating the vehicle above the maximum speed rating could lead to a tire failure which at these speeds could result in a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 00V395000 or campaign 00S46.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 00V395000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 00V395000?

NHTSA recall 00V395000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on November 28, 2000. It addresses: Ford/powertrain control module. The recall affects approximately 100,500 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V395000 or the manufacturer campaign number 00S46. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.