NHTSA recall 01V255000
Suspension · Ford Motor Company
August 8, 2001report date
108,000units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: The front coil springs may fracture as a result of corrosion in high corrosion environments. Depending on the location of the fracture, a broken spring could move past the spring seat and contact a front tire.
Why it matters: Some tires have deflated due to contact with a broken spring.
The fix: Dealers will install spring catcher brackets. Owner notification began October 23, 2001.
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All model years NHTSA lists
1998 Ford Contour, 1998 Mercury Mystique.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 01V255000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.