NHTSA Recall 04V446000: Hub (wheels)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 34,013 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Freestar.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V446000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 04S24 |
| Component | WHEELS › HUB |
| Report received | September 13, 2004 |
| Owner notification | September 20, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain minivans may have been produced with front wheel hub assemblies that were not heat treated correctly. This condition may lead to the development of small cracks in the hub.
Safety risk
If the cracks were to progress, this could eventually result in wheel separation. Wheel separation may lead to loss of vehicle control, and potentially result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front hub, rotors, and wheel bearings. The recall began september 20, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes
Ford recall no. 04s24.customers can 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 04V446000
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.