1998-2003 Ford Windstar recall: axle assembly
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on May 3, 2012. It covers about 27,000 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 27,000
- reported
- May 3, 2012
- owners notified
- Jun 19, 2012
- related complaints
- 1,344
Power train: axle assembly
- What is wrong
- Ford is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 windstar vehicles manufactured from september 1, 1997, through july 3, 2003, and currently registered or originally sold in virginia. Over time, corrosion can weaken the rear axle making it susceptible to torsional stress. Corrosion and stress can lead to cracks which, if undetected, can increase and result in a complete fracture of the axle.
- Risk
- A fractured axle can affect vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install rear axle reinforcement brackets, or replace the axles, as necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on june 19, 2012. Owners may contact ford at 1‑866‑436‑7332.
Recall number 12V193000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1,344 complaints about transmission problems.
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Questions about recall 12V193000
Is there a recall on the 1998-2003 Ford Windstar axle assembly?
Yes. Recall 12V193000, reported on May 3, 2012, covers about 27,000 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 12V193000?
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install rear axle reinforcement brackets, or replace the axles, as necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on june 19, 2012. Owners may contact ford at 1‑866‑436‑7332.
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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