Recall 10V-385
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1998 to 2003 Ford Windstar: Suspension (rear, axle, non-powered axle assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 10V-385
- Reported
- August 26, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 492,650 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Ford is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 windstar vehicles manufactured from september 1, 1997 through february 28, 2003 and currently registered or originally sold in connecticut, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, and wisconsin. After many years of vehicle service in these areas, corrosion can weaken the rear axle, making it susceptible to torsional stress. Corrosion and stress can lead to cracks which if undetected can propagate and result in a complete fracture of the axle.
The risk
A fractured axle can affect vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
As parts become available, dealers will inspect and if necessary install the rear axle reinforcement brackets free of charge. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 20, 2010. Owners may contact ford at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Ford's recall no. Is 10s13.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .
Affected vehicles
- Ford Windstar 1998 to 2003