Recall 04V-328
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 2003 Ford Crown Victoria and 1 other model: Suspension (rear).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-328
- Reported
- July 7, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 47,314 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Certain police, commercial, and passenger vehicles sold to fleets typically input higher loads into the vehicle chassis overloading the wheel bearings and axles.
The risk
This could lead to early bearing failure and ultimately to axle shaft fracture. In the event of axle shaft fracture, the vehicle would lose drive function and would coast to a stop. Loss of drive function could lead to a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the rear wheel bearings, seals,and axle shafts. The recall began on july 15, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Ford recall no. 04s16. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT ( 1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Ford Crown Victoria 2003
- Lincoln Town Car 2003