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NHTSA 01V332📅 Oct 31, 2001

2001 Ford Usps Stripped Chassis recall: suspension

⚠️ What's wrong

Vehicle description: us postal service Stripped Chassis. Fasteners for the suspension mounting brackets located on the left and right frame rail may have been improperly installed resulting in either loose or missing fasteners.

💥 The risk

Loose or missing mounting bracket bolts could result in a reduction in high-speed vehicle handling capabilities.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect for any missing or damaged mounting bracket bolts and tighten to specifications. Damaged components will be replaced and the fasteners will be properly tightened. Owner notification began november 20, 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 1-866-436-7332.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
01V332000
Manufacturer recall #
01S29
Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Vehicles affected
7,306
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:HANGER,BRACKET
Owner phone
1-866-436-7332
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Nov 20, 2001
Built
Aug 18, 2000 – Feb 15, 2001
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 01V332 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 01V332?

2001 Ford Usps Stripped Chassis. 7,306 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Ford dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-866-436-7332.