NHTSA Recall 01V121000: Suspension: lower ball joint
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8,100 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Mustang Cobra.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V121000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 01S15 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM › LOWER BALL JOINT |
| Report received | April 11, 2001 |
| Owner notification | April 19, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the ball joint assembly in the rear knuckle, where the lower control arm attaches, is displaced longitudinally from its installed position, it can cause higher stress levels in the knuckle casting. If this occurs, the casting could fracture, allowing the corner of the vehicle to drop, and the lower control arm could contact the inside of the rear wheel.
Safety risk
In some cases, directional control of the vehicle could be reduced.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both rear suspension knuckles. Owner notification began april 19, 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.
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 01V121000
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.