NHTSA Recall 00V402000: Suspension
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 810,000 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Explorer.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V402000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 00S47 |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Report received | November 28, 2000 |
| Owner notification | December 15, 2000 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Under certain conditions, a front sway bar link can fracture.
Safety risk
Vehicle handling could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both the left and right front sway bar links.
Notes
Owner notification began december 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 00V402000
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.