Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #12V193000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V193000 by Ford Motor Company. Includes 27,000 affected units, REAR AXLE CRACKING-VIRGINIA VEHICLES, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Ford is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 windstar vehicles manufactured from september 1, 1997, through july 3, 2003, and currently registered or originally sold in virginia. Over time, corrosion can weaken the rear axle making it susceptible to torsional stress. corrosion and stress can lead to cracks which, if undetected, can increase and result in a complete fracture of the axle.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install rear axle reinforcement brackets, or replace the axles, as necessary. this service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on june 19, 2012. owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V193000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2012-05-03T00:00:00
Subject: Rear axle cracking-virginia vehicles
Component: Power Train
Potentially Affected Units: 27,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 10S13
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ford is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 windstar vehicles manufactured from september 1, 1997, through july 3, 2003, and currently registered or originally sold in virginia. Over time, corrosion can weaken the rear axle making it susceptible to torsional stress. corrosion and stress can lead to cracks which, if undetected, can increase and result in a complete fracture of the axle.
Consequence Summary: A fractured axle can affect vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install rear axle reinforcement brackets, or replace the axles, as necessary. this service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on june 19, 2012. owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-4izi_t2yw~n36k
NHTSA ID: 12V193000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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