NHTSA recall 04V-328 (04V328000)

suspension recall reported July 7, 2004 - about 47,314 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 04V328000
Also written as: 04V-328
Manufacturer number: 04S16
Reported: July 7, 2004
Vehicles affected: ~47,314
Component: suspension

What is being recalled

CERTAIN POLICE, COMMERCIAL, AND PASSENGER VEHICLES SOLD TO FLEETS TYPICALLY INPUT HIGHER LOADS INTO THE VEHICLE CHASSIS OVERLOADING THE WHEEL BEARINGS AND AXLES.

Why it is dangerous

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 (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR WHEEL BEARINGS, SEALS,AND AXLE SHAFTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 15, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 04V-328 when calling a dealer.

Affected 2 models

Ford Crown Victoria - 2003

Lincoln Town Car - 2003

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