NHTSA recall 12V006000
Power Train · Ford Motor Company
January 9, 2012report date
206,452units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: The torque converter output shaft may fail.
Why it matters: This condition results in a sudden loss of motive power with no warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converter free of charge. The safety recall began on August 9, 2012.
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All model years NHTSA lists
2004 Ford Freestar, 2005 Ford Freestar, 2004 Mercury Monterey, 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 12V006000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.