NHTSA Recall 01V332000
NHTSA Campaign Id 01V332000; Date: Oct. 17, 2001
Loose or missing mounting bracket bolts could result in a reduction in high-speed vehicle handling capabilities.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 Ford Usps Stripped Chassis
Component: Suspension:front:springs:leaf Spring Assembly:hanger,bracket
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 7,306
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: us postal service stripped chassis. Fasteners for the suspension mounting brackets located on the left and right frame rail may have been improperly installed resulting in either loose or missing fasteners.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect for any missing or damaged mounting bracket bolts and tighten to specifications. Damaged components will be replaced and the fasteners will be properly tightened. Owner notification began November 20, 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 1-866-436-7332.
Recall Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 20, 2001
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