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1999-2000 Ford Mustang Cobra and Ford Mustang Cobra R recall: lower ball joint

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on April 11, 2001. It covers about 8,100 vehicles.

vehicles affected
8,100
reported
Apr 11, 2001
owners notified
Apr 19, 2001
related complaints
5

Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint

What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the ball joint assembly in the rear knuckle, where the lower control arm attaches, is displaced longitudinally from its installed position, it can cause higher stress levels in the knuckle casting. If this occurs, the casting could fracture, allowing the corner of the vehicle to drop, and the lower control arm could contact the inside of the rear wheel.
Risk
In some cases, directional control of the vehicle could be reduced.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both rear suspension knuckles. Owner notification began april 19, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673.

Recall number 01V121000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 5 complaints about suspension problems.

1999 Ford Mustang Cobra2000 Ford Mustang Cobra2000 Ford Mustang Cobra R

Questions about recall 01V121000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2000 Ford Mustang Cobra and Ford Mustang Cobra R lower ball joint?

Yes. Recall 01V121000, reported on April 11, 2001, covers about 8,100 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V121000?

Dealers will replace both rear suspension knuckles. Owner notification began april 19, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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