NHTSA recall 00V292001
Steering · Ford Motor Company
October 10, 2000report date
67,200units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: One or more of the five bolts that mount the rack and pinion steering gear to the vehicle may have been incorrectly tightened.
Why it matters: There could be a looseness in the steering, which may be accompanied by noise or vibration.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and, if the bolts are missing, will replace the steering gear mounting bolts. All bolts will be tightened to the specified torque. Owner notification began November 28, 2000.
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All model years NHTSA lists
1999 Mercury Villager, 2000 Mercury Villager.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 00V292001.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.