NHTSA Recall 98I003000
NHTSA Campaign Id 98I003000; Date: Jul. 30, 1998
When the bolts are loose, a noticeable noise and/or vibration is evident which provides warning to the vehicle driver. Vehicle braking is not degraded.
Recalled Vehicles:
1998 Ford Windstar
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 174,000
Recall Summary:
This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Mini vans sold during the months of December 1996, and January, February and may 1997. Front brake caliper anchor plate to hub and spindle assembly bolts may be loose as a result of an incomplete tightening operation at the assembly plant.
How to Fix:
Dealers will tighten the front brake calpier anchor plate bolts. Owners can contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Recall Notes:
Ford has decided to conduct an owner notification program that provides for the tightening of the bolts on the front brake caliper anchor plate to hub and spindle assembly.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 1, 1998
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