NHTSA Recall 00V073000: Trailer hitches
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 565,800 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Expedition.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V073000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 00S05 |
| Component | TRAILER HITCHES |
| Report received | March 7, 2000 |
| Owner notification | May 15, 2000 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles. The trailer hitch assembly to the frame attaching bolts could lose the clamp load.
Safety risk
The trailer hitch could then separate from the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the trailer hitch mounting bolts and nut plates.
Notes
Owner notification began may 15, 2000. 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 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V073000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Expedition | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 |
| Lincoln Navigator | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.