Safety Recall NHTSA · 99V046000 Reported March 15, 1999

Ford/cargo door hinges

Ford Motor Company · Latches/locks/linkages · 2,893 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
99V046000
Manufacturer Campaign
99S04
Manufacturer
Component
Latches/locks/linkages
Vehicles Affected
2,893
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 15, 1999

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: utility vans equipped with the "60/40" hinged side cargo doors. the strikers for the 60/40 door single latch system were found to contain stress cracks at the striker wire lower stake joint. strikers with stress cracks may not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 206, "door locks and door retention components."

Safety Consequence

In the event of a crash, the door strikers may not hold the door, increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the door striker.

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 99V046000 or campaign 99S04.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 99V046000

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

What is recall 99V046000?

NHTSA recall 99V046000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on March 15, 1999. It addresses: Ford/cargo door hinges. The recall affects approximately 2,893 vehicles, with the defect involving the Latches/locks/linkages component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V046000 or the manufacturer campaign number 99S04. 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.