NHTSA recall 15V608000
Suspension · Ford Motor Company
Details
What's wrong: The affected vehicles were previously remedied to safeguard against the rear axle cracking from corrosion, however, the remedy brackets may have been misinstalled. The incorrect bracket installations may limit the effectiveness of the service repair for NHTSA recalls 10V-385, 12V-193, and 12V-195.
Why it matters: If the brackets were not installed properly, the rear axle may fracture, affecting the vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brackets to verify their proper installation. If a bracket is found to have been misinstalled, the rear axle will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The began on October 21, 2015.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 1998 Ford Windstar
- 1999 Ford Windstar
- 2000 Ford Windstar
- 2001 Ford Windstar
- 2002 Ford Windstar
- 2003 Ford Windstar
All model years NHTSA lists
1998 Ford Windstar, 1999 Ford Windstar, 2000 Ford Windstar, 2001 Ford Windstar, 2002 Ford Windstar, 2003 Ford Windstar.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 15V608000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.