NHTSA Recall 02V035000
NHTSA Campaign Id 02V035000; Date: Feb. 4, 2002
Differential fractures could potentially result in wheel lock-up.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 Ford Ranger
Component: Power Train:driveline:differential Unit
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 1,096
Recall Summary:
On some manual transmission trucks equipped with the fx4 package, the rear axle differential case could fracture under a high torque event such as when customers accelerate rapidly from a stop or when a spinning tire suddenly gains traction.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the rear axle assembly. Owner notification began March 29, 2002. 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 1-800-392-3673.
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: Mar 29, 2002
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