NHTSA recall 04V446000
Wheels · Ford Motor Company
Details
What's wrong: Certain minivans may have been produced with front wheel hub assemblies that were not heat treated correctly. This condition may lead to the development of small cracks in the hub.
Why it matters: If the cracks were to progress, this could eventually result in wheel separation. Wheel separation may lead to loss of vehicle control, and potentially result in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the front hub, rotors, and wheel bearings. The recall began September 20, 2004. Owners should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2004 Ford Freestar, 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 04V446000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.