NHTSA Recall 01V044011: Connection (steering)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,101 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Ford 7000.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V044011 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 01S17 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › DRAG › LINK › CONNECTION |
| Report received | May 11, 2001 |
| Owner notification | June 12, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with drag link assemblies containing 24-dl model ball sockets and manufactured by trw. Certain of the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below-specification case depth and/or hardness, which can lead to premature wear of the socket.
Safety risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the defective drag links. Owner notification began june 12, 2001. 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 or trw customer service at 1-866-280-3287.
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 01V044011
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.