NHTSA Recall 95V194000
NHTSA Campaign Id 95V194000; Date: Oct. 11, 1995
If the driver's side bracket fractured at both bolt holes, the steering control arm can contact the steering column shaft and result in a loss of steering control increasing the potential for an accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1993 Ford Crown Victoria; 1994 Ford Crown Victoria
Component: Suspension:front:control Arm:upper Arm
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 57,000
Recall Summary:
The bolts that attach the front upper control arms to the frame mounting brackets can loosen and fracture at one of the bolt holes causing substantial negative camber and steering pull to the affected side.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the torque levels of the four upper control arm mounting bolts, and if any are loose, the brackets will be inspected for damage. If damage is present, it will be repaired.
Recall Notes:
System: suspension; front control arm; upper. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a police package option. Note: 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. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 22, 1995
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