NHTSA Recall 85V086000: Suspension: rear

FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on July 3, 1985, covering an estimated 226,729 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Tempo.

226,729

vehicles potentially affected

models affected

NHTSA campaign	85V086000
Component	SUSPENSION › REAR
Report received	July 3, 1985
Initiated by	Manufacturer

Defect

Rear suspension control arm-to-spindle attachment bolts may be subject to fracture during use of car. Consequence of defect: if bolts fracture, rear spindle could disengage from control arm and possibly result in loss of control.

Safety risk

Not provided.

Remedy

Replace rear suspension bolts as necessary.

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger cars. System: rear suspension bolts.

Vehicles covered by recall 85V086000

Make and model	Model years
Ford Tempo	1984, 1985
Mercury Topaz	1984, 1985

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.