NHTSA Recall 00V303000: Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs (wheels)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 203,700 vehicles. It affects 2000 Ford Focus.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V303000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 00S31 |
| Component | WHEELS › LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS |
| Report received | October 12, 2000 |
| Owner notification | October 12, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The rear wheel hub retaining nuts can loosen and allow the left rear wheel and brake drum assembly to separate from the vehicle.
Safety risk
This condition could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear wheel bearings and install a rear wheel retention cap to prevent left rear wheel separation. Owner notification began october 12, 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.
Notes
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 00V303000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Focus | 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.