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NHTSA recall 00V402000

Suspension · Ford Motor Company

November 28, 2000report date
810,000units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: Under certain conditions, a front sway bar link can fracture.

Why it matters: Vehicle handling could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace both the left and right front sway bar links.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

1995 Ford Explorer, 1996 Ford Explorer, 1997 Ford Explorer, 1997 Mercury Mountaineer.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 00V402000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.