NHTSA Campaign Id 09V040000; Date: Feb. 3, 2009
If a spindle fractures, the wheel may separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:2009 Ford Ranger
Component: Suspension:multiple Axle
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 11,134
Recall Summary:Ford is recalling 11,134 my 2009 4x2 ranger vehicles. Some front wheel spindles were improperly manufactured creating the risk that a spindle may fracture during the normal useful life of the truck.
How to Fix:Dealers will replace the front spindle if necessary free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2009. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Recall Notes:Ford recall no. 09s07. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 27, 2009
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